Treatment Strategies for the Yellow Zone

Asthma control changes over time and many factors contribute to this variability. Environmental exposures such as seasonal allergen fluctuations, second-hand tobacco exposure, and viral upper respiratory tract infections (RTI) are just a few of the known triggers of lability 1. In addition, host factors such as inhaler technique and co-morbid conditions including atopic diseases, obesity, and acid reflux can also contribute to this changeability. During times of lability, overzealous intervention can lead to overuse of oral corticosteroids (OCS) and healthcare visits, while delayed treatment can lead to severe exacerbation, with potential hospitalization, or even death.

Source: Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology - July 18, 2019 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: August Generoso, Linh-An Tuong, John Oppenheimer Tags: Review Source Type: research