Dr. Nimra Ali • Healthcare Ecosystem
Asthma Triggers and Prevention
Identify common asthma triggers in Pakistani homes and learn prevention strategies for better breathing.
Common Triggers in Pakistan
Pakistani homes present unique asthma triggers: cooking smoke from traditional chulhas, dust from unpaved roads, crop burning, and indoor allergens.
Prevention Strategies
- Use exhaust fans or cook in ventilated areas
- Keep bedroom dust-free, use mattress covers
- Avoid outdoor exercise during high pollution days
- Always carry a rescue inhaler (Salbutamol)
- Take controller medication (inhaled corticosteroids) regularly