Understanding Asthma
Common Symptoms
- Persistent cough (often worse at night)
- Shortness of breath or rapid breathing
- Wheezing or whistling sound on exhale
- Chest tightness or pain
Treatment & Daily Control
- Inhaled Medications – fast-acting bronchodilators for rescue; corticosteroids for maintenance.
- Trigger Management – identifying allergens, adopting air filters, and using masks in cold weather.
- Peak-Flow Monitoring – simple home device to catch flare-ups early.
- Asthma Action Plan – step-by-step instructions for green, yellow, and red-zone symptoms.
Why Choose Vermont Family Medicine for Asthma?
- Personalized Plans. Every patient leaves with a written action plan.
- On-Site Spirometry. Measure lung function without a trip to the hospital.
- Allergy Collaboration. Referrals to local allergists when immunotherapy is needed.
- Whole-Body Coaching. Nutrition and exercise guidance to strengthen respiratory health.