Updated August 18, 2015.
Question: Can My Doctor Cure Asthma?
Answer:
The short answer is unfortunately no.
Why Is There No Asthma Cure?
For an asthma cure to be available, doctors and scientist have to know the cause. In asthma, while we know a lot about the relationship between the immune system and asthma, for example, we do not know why this process occurs in particular individuals.
Asthma Cure Versus Asthma Control
Asthma is a chronic disease.
This means that while there is no asthma cure, asthma control is possible. With good asthma control you will experience less:
With good asthma control you will also:
- Need less rescue medication
- Maintain good lung function
- Remain active and participate in normal activities
- Sleep better
- Prevent asthma attacks
Asthma Pathophysiology & Asthma Treatment
Asthma is an inflammatory process. While many of the medications used to treat asthma decrease inflammation, none actually cure the inflammation.
While there is no asthma cure currently, asthma can be controlled with proper treatment. Medications can prevent or relieve asthma symptoms. Asthma care plans can help you learn what to do in an asthma attack, when you need to adjust your medication, and when you need to call your doctor. You can also also can learn to identify your asthma triggers and avoid them.
Research: Hope For An Asthma Cure
Research will be the way an asthma cure is eventually found.
Stay up to date with the research looking for an asthma cure and learn how you might participate in a clinical trial.
- Bronchial Thermoplasty
- Do Asthma Specialists Improve Quality Care in Asthma?
- What Is the Relationship Between Asthma and GERD?
- Find An Asthma Clinical Trial
With education regarding triggers, medications and your specific asthma management strategy, most people can effectively control asthma and live a normal, active life.
Source:
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Consumer Information accessed April 19, 2009. Tips to Remember: Childhood asthma
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