Cellular Triggers of an Asthma Attack

You need to cooperate with your doctor to identify the affecting triggers that are different in everyone. To avoid these specific asthma triggers can help to prevent an asthma episode or even an attack.

Common cellular triggers of an asthma attack

Below you will find the most common asthma triggers and tips how you can avoid them:

Pollen

To avoid these you need to stay indoors during the time the pollen are flying around. I would even be advisable to close the windows at high pollen times such as early in the morning or short before it starts to rain. Never expose your bedding or clothes to pollen because they tend to stick to the laundry unnoticed. For the same reason you should consider washing your hair after you spend some time outside during these times. To be able to reduce the time inside you should check with your doctor to make an allergy test.

Dust mites

Dust mites are the most usual asthma triggers. They can be found in stuffed furnitures, bedding, and carpets.

The best method to diminish their danger is to wrap your bedding with vinyl dust-proof cases. If the dust mites are your worst problem you should consider throwing out wall-to-wall carpeting.

Mold
To get rid of mold you have to clear up your shower and sinks frequently. Avoid having a damp basement and huge amounts of indoor plants. In their moist soil the mold will grow unnoticed. Even the filters of indoor humidifiers can be a place for mold. You should therefore limit their use.

Animals

Skin particles of animals can be a reason for asthma attacks. The best thing to do would be to avoid buying a pet. If it is already a part of your family you should consider to keep it away from your bedroom and if possible let it live in the garden. As carpets can store the particles you should remove them or at least clean them excessively.

Cockroaches

Avoid using insecticides as they can also trigger asthma. The best method to reduce the number of cockroaches in your area would be to use traps and regular cleaning.

Colds and viruses

A simple cold or infection can cause asthma in particular in children. Consult your doctor as soon as possible to treat the infections efficiently. A flu shot could do a lot for preventing a cold or infection in advance, if applicable.

Emotions

Emotions that change your normal breathing habits like crying and laughing may trigger an asthma attack.

Exercise and physical activity

In general you should ask your doctor if your symptoms get worse when you are physical active. This can especially happen if the weather is cold and dry. In this case you should make absolutely sure that you know how to use your medicine to avoid or treat asthma episodes or attacks if they should happen suddenly.

Medications

Your doctor should tell you about some medicines that can cause asthma so that you can stay away from them.

Smoke
The most common trigger of asthma symptoms is tobacco smoke. Even passive smoking is not to be underestimated. You should ask people to stop smoking when they are near you or in the same room.

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