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Asthma

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease that is caused by the thickening and narrowing of the airways in the lungs. The symptoms of asthma are difficulty in breathing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, wheezing, fatigue, etc. Certain conditions and environmental factors like exercise, flu, cold, extreme climate, and allergens can trigger the symptoms of asthma.

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Will air purifiers harm the natural immunity of a child?

Query: Hello doctor, I have a 3-year-old daughter. I am planning to buy a non-ozone based air purifier for her. I want to know if an air purifier harms or impacts the natural immune system of a child?  Read Full »


Dr. Abaranam Innaci

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Air purifiers are used for the purpose of filtration of particulate matter, which is not filtered by the lungs. They actually purify the air and avoid harmful dust. So, I suggest you can use it. However, consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her, and wit...  Read Full »

How to manage breathing problems caused by seasonal changes?

Query: Hello doctor, My 54-year-old mother has a problem with breathing. She faces challenges in breathing mostly in the summer and monsoon season. She is taking an inhaler for the last three years. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Abaranam Innaci

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It seems your mother is having an airways disease probably asthma. It usually aggravates in monsoon seasons. She needs to follow certain precautions. She has to avoid aggravating factors like exposure to cold, foods and avoiding dust. Annual checkup of lung function w...  Read Full »

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