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There are two types of asthma medications: long-term control with anti-inflammatory drugs and quick relief from bronchodilators. Asthma medicines may be inhaled using a metered dose inhaler or nebulizer or they may be taken orally. People with high blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid disease, or heart disease shouldn't take OTC drugs like Primatene Mist and Bronkaid.

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Asthma Pictures Slideshow: An Inflammatory Disorder of the Airways Watch this slideshow on asthma and learn about this chronic inflammation disorder of the bronchiole tubes (airways) resulting in...learn more »
Asthma Quiz: Test Your Medical IQ Asthma is a chronic disease of the airways of the lungs, which can be managed with proper treatment. Triggered by two main...learn more »
Asthma Pictures Slideshow: 10 Worst Cities for Asthma, 2012 Watch this slideshow to see the 10 worst cites for asthma. There is no such thing as an asthma-free city, but some are more...learn more »
Asthma Pictures Slideshow: The Anatomy of an Asthma Attack Look at The Anatomy of an Asthma Attack through this slideshow. See these warning signs and symptoms to avoid an asthma emergency...learn more »

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