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Smoking and Asthma
People with asthma have very sensitive airways. Breathing in cigarette smoke is especially difficult for them. The smoke is a powerful trigger, and can often bring on an asthma attack. If you're a smoker with asthma, you may find that your symptoms are difficult to control.
Asthma in Adults
In-depth report on adult asthma by A.D.A.M.
Smoking and Asthma
From Former About.com Guide to Asthma, Kathleen MacNaughton, R.N.: "If you have asthma, quitting smoking is a great idea. Medical experts have known for a long time that smoking is a big risk factor for asthma — both being a smoker, as well as being exposed to secondhand smoke."
Asthma and Older Adults
From About.com Guide to Senior Health, Marian Eure: "Many older adults have asthma. Some people develop it late in life. For others, it may be a continuing problem from younger years. Asthma in older adults presents some special concerns."
Is Secondhand Smoke Worsening Your Ashtma?
From About.com Guide to Asthma, Pat Bass: "Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) exposures are not only associated with an increased risk of cancer and cardiovascular problems, but also specific risks related to asthma. ETS exposure is directly and causally related to both the development of new onset asthma and acute asthma exacerbation."
Asthma in Children and Adolescents
In-depth report on asthma in children from A.D.A.M.
The Advair Diskus
From About.com Guide to Pediatrics, Vincent Iannelli: "Learn about the Advair Diskus, a maintenance or preventative treatment for children and adults with asthma and COPD."
