CHRONIC ASTHMA TREATMENT: COMMON QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences; Madigan Army Medical Center Family Medicine Residency

Asthma affects over 25 million people in the United States, with a significant portion experiencing uncontrolled symptoms. The document outlines the assessment of asthma severity and control using validated tools, and it details the stepwise approach to treatment, including the use of inhaled corticosteroids and other medications. It also discusses the impact of smoking on asthma control and the importance of smoking cessation for patients and their families.