Parkash Singh Badal was admitted to a city hospital on 16 April with “acute exacerbation of bronchial asthma”. (File News18 photo)
Prakash Singh Badal was admitted to the hospital on 16th April due to worsening condition of Bronchial Asthma, know more about the condition
Shiromani Akali Dal patriarch and five-time Chief Minister of Punjab Parkash Singh Badal passed away on Tuesday evening at a private hospital in Mohali, Punjab. The 95-year-old was admitted to the hospital on April 16 due to worsening of bronchial asthma.
What is bronchial asthma?
“Bronchial asthma is a chronic pulmonary condition of the lungs that affects our breathing passages and results in inflammation in the bronchi and bronchioles which causes the airways to narrow and swell and as a result make it difficult for air to move in and out narrows the space. . This inflammation causes the airways to produce too much mucus, making it difficult to breathe. It can be easily triggered and triggered by air pollutants such as smoke, dust and pollution, or by harmful chemicals and other irritants. It can also be damaged by coming in contact with.
What are the signs that one should be aware of?
Dr Grover explains the primary signs and symptoms to look out for:
Wheezing or shortness of breath while doing activities like walking, running, talking, laughing.
Chest pain or chest tightness.
abnormal heartbeat and pulse rate
trouble sleeping due to shortness of breath
cough or wheezing
myths
Myth: People with asthma shouldn’t exercise
Fact: Regular exercise is beneficial for asthma patients. Physical exercise strengthens and increases lung function and health. Additionally, it has been discovered to enhance the overall general health and quality of life of asthma sufferers. Also note, they should not do strenuous and heavy exercises, always consult your doctor.
Myth: We should treat and take medicines for asthma only when we see symptoms
Fact: Managing asthma requires regular medication as prescribed by a doctor. Long-term asthma control medicines are sometimes given to the chronic nature of asthma. When administered daily (after consultation with your doctor), these drugs reduce inflammation of the airways and help patients survive attacks.
Myth: Everyone experiences the same symptoms of asthma
Fact: Asthma symptoms can vary from person to person. Coughing, wheezing and chest tightness are some of the symptoms of asthma that may occur in some people, while only one symptom may be present in others. Symptoms can change from episode to episode in the same person, and they can range from mild to severe.
Redressal
Dr Grover elaborates on the methods of prevention that can be included:
Avoid using chemicals and products that have caused respiratory problems in the past.
Keep yourself away from harmful troubles like dust, smoke, pollution etc.
take preventive medicines and asthma inhalers as prescribed by your doctor
Eat a healthy and balanced diet which can also be helpful in boosting your immunity
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