running into breathing problems?. exercise and breathing problems during or after exercise, do you...
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Running into Running into breathing problems?breathing problems?
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During or after exercise, do you have:• shortness of breath• wheezing or noisy breathing• coughing• trouble getting a breath• chest tightness• unusual fatigue
You may have exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB)
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EIB vs. Exercise-Induced Asthma •exercise does not cause asthma but can trigger symptoms•EIB can affect people who don’t have asthma
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Who has EIB?• 80 percent to 90 percent of people with asthma,
including children• 10 percent of the general
population• 50 percent of elite athletes• Many don’t realize it
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What causes EIB?• Rapid breathing which
irritates and dries out airways
• Changes in temperature and humidity
• Breathing through mouth which does not warm and humidify air
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How do I find out if I have EIB?
See an allergist who will:•Take medical history•Ask about symptoms•Do an exam•Measure how lungs are work
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How is EIB treated?
Your allergist develops treatment plan, medicines might include:•Quick-relief medicine taken 15 minutes to 20 minutes before exercise to open airways, also carried while exercising•Long-term control medicine taken every day to treat the inflammation of the airways and help prevent symptoms
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What else can I do to prevent EIB?• Warm up at least 10 minutes before exercise
• Breathe through the nose
• Use a face mask or scarf in cold weather
• Limit exercise in cold weather or if you have a virus
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What else can I do to prevent EIB?• Cool down after exercise
• Avoid exercising outside when pollen counts are high if you have allergies
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What type of exercise triggers EIB?• Endurance sports
– running – soccer– biking – basketball– cross-country skiing – ice hockey
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What type of exercise should I do?• Sports less likely to cause problems
– Walking– Hiking– Golf– Baseball– Football– Gymnastics– Shorter track and field events– Swimming
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When should I see an allergist?
Your allergist can help you find relief,
especially if breathing problems:•Stop you from exercising
•Decrease your quality of life
•Include warning signs of asthma
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For more information and to find For more information and to find an allergist, visit:an allergist, visit:
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