That evening 20 years ago, I believe many Teresa Teng fans still can’t let go of it. At that time, the information dissemination method was not so developed, but we could still see the news of Teresa Teng’s death in Thailand and the memorial album scrolling on all the TV stations. In the radio, the air was filled with her sweet and melodious singing voice.
Although the cause of her death is still a matter of opinion, there is one key word for her: asthma. This past May 5 was World Asthma Day, and according to 2011 figures from the WHO, about 235 million people worldwide suffer from asthma. This disease has claimed the lives of a generation of songstresses, so what can we do to control the risk?
What is asthma?
Asthma, known as bronchial asthma, is one of the most common chronic diseases in the world. The cause of asthma is still not fully understood, but it is generally believed to be genetically related. Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease that stimulates acute attacks once triggers are ingested or inhaled.
There are many substances that can trigger asthma, such as indoor irritants like dust mites, pets and cockroaches, outdoor irritants like pollen and grass pollen, chemical materials like paints and dyes, foods like fish, shrimp, crab, milk and eggs, and special medications. Smoking, air pollution, obesity, and inappropriate exercise may cause asthma attacks.
Can asthma kill people?
An acute asthma attack can indeed be life-threatening. The mortality rate of asthma ranges from 1.6 to 36.7 / 100,000, mostly related to poor long-term control of asthma and untimely treatment of the last attack, most of these tragedies are preventable.
Teresa was allegedly diagnosed with asthma at a young age, but her condition was relatively stable for a long time, and some time before her passing, physical and emotional factors affected her control of her condition. It is reported that before she died, her face was purple and her wheezing was severe, very similar to the performance of an acute asthma attack.
If it was truly an acute asthma attack and was severe and such, it could have been life-threatening within minutes. And she eventually passed away tragically on her way to the hospital, a sad ending.
Can asthma be cured?
Asthma is not curable. However, according to global and Chinese asthma guidelines, more than 80% of patients can achieve clinical control of asthma after long-term standardized treatment and management. Good self-management of asthma patients can improve outcomes, reduce relapses and improve quality of life. Once diagnosed with asthma, it is important to be prepared for a long-term battle with the disease.
Long-term control
Avoiding asthma attacks is the most important thing. It is important to understand the triggers and triggers and learn to avoid them, and to adhere to regular medication according to the doctor’s advice.
Monitor your condition
Learn to monitor changes at home and keep an asthma diary. This information can help patients determine when or what they are exposed to that increases the risk of an attack.
Carry medication
You should carry your medication with you, be alert in case of an aura, know simple self-treatment in case of an attack, and master the use of asthma calming medication and inhalation techniques.
A guide to food, clothing, housing and transportation for asthma sufferers?
Eat
Each asthma patient’s allergens may not be exactly the same. You can go to the hospital to determine the allergens and must keep them in mind in the future and avoid such foods as much as possible. You should also be careful before drinking drinks, as some food additives may trigger asthma. Foods and drinks that are too cold may also trigger asthma.
Wear
Try not to choose clothes containing down, animal fur, chemical fibers and other materials. Those that release irritating odors and have complex ingredients should also be avoided.
Living
Asthma patients should also pay attention to household dust mites in bedding, carpets, stuffed toys and pet dander at home, and avoid second-hand smoke pollution if someone in the family smokes.
Travel
When asthma patients go out, they should be aware of outdoor pollen and mold, air pollution or chemical irritants in the workplace. Choosing the right exercise program for asthma patients will strengthen immunity and reduce morbidity.
Short, intermittent power sports such as volleyball, gymnastics, cricket and walking are suitable for asthma patients. Long power sports such as soccer, long-distance running, basketball and winter sports such as cross-country skiing and ice skating are not suitable.
Swimming is a special case, although it requires long time endurance, it is usually performed in an environment with high temperature and humidity, and asthma patients can adapt better. Before exercise, patients should do a proper warm-up and 15 to 20 minutes before starting, they should inhale asthma medicine to prevent an exercise asthma attack.
What can asthma patients do if they have a sudden attack?
What I have just mentioned are some preventive measures, but what can a bystander do when an asthma patient has a real attack? The following measures may save a person’s life. If a person with asthma near you has a sudden, severe attack, you must first call 120 emergency services.
During an attack, they may exhibit anxiety, depression or panic, shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing, pale and sweaty faces, purple lips, earlobes and fingertips from lack of oxygen, or in more severe cases, even unconsciousness.
In this serious situation, in addition to calling 120, you can also do these: 1.
1. make sure the patient is in a safe, airy place.
2.Observe for reactions.
3, lift the patient’s jaw to help the patient open the airway.
4, daily attention can also be paid to CPR CPR how to operate, when necessary, it can save a life.
5.Wait for the ambulance to arrive.
For patients who are awake with slightly less severe symptoms, you can do these.
1, make sure the patient is in a safe, airy place.
2, help the patient to maintain a comfortable position, such as sitting and leaning forward.
3. reassure the patient by telling him to breathe slowly and deeply.
4. Patients with asthma usually carry an asthma spray in the shape of an “L” to help them find it and hand it to them to use.
Note: Patients may keep inhaling the spray when symptoms are severe, but overdosing may be life-threatening and you should keep in touch with your 120 physician by phone for guidance.