Viral respiratory infections trigger asthma exacerbations. They are a major cause of asthma attacks in children and adults in the fall and winter. For asthmatics it is natural to fear that they may be at greater risk during a pandemic coronavirus. However, they can do a lot to minimize the impact of virus infection, whether a cold or coronavirus.
The presence of “good asthma control” is a key starting point to reduce your risk. Patients who are prescribed regular medications to prevent asthma should continue to take them during the entire outbreak of coronavirus COVID-19, to maximize the chances of good health. Stopping drugs can increase the risk of poorly controlled asthma and can lead to serious attack or hospitalization.
Minimization of risks
To minimize the risk of exacerbation of any respiratory virus, including the coronavirus, you should:
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- Take drugs for prevention as directed by a physician
- Make sure you remember where the inhaler with the medication and that the expiration date has not expired
- Consult your doctor to ensure that asthma control as good as possible, and current medications and doses optimal
- Develop a relevant plan of action to combat asthma attacks, and keep it handy
If the usual asthma stopped to help, immediately consult a doctor. Continue to do everything possible to reduce the risk of infection with coronavirus, in the first place, thanks to social distancing and hand washing.
