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Asthma is a respiratory disease or rather a chronic condition that precisely affects the airways that control the transfer of air to and from the lungs. According to experts, asthmatic women face a harder time than asthmatic men. There is a subtle difference in dealing with asthma in the two genders. Here are some treatments that can help in dealing with asthma for you girls, who are suffering from the same:

1. Breathing exercises is probably the most effective and the simplest method to deal with asthma. It should be practiced regularly and in a proper manner. In case there are breathing issues, then walking, swimming and yoga can also prove to be quite effective in tackling asthma.
2. Asthma in girls worsens as they approach their menstrual cycles. It is essential to avoid the known allergens prior to the periods and also take the prescribed medication to keep asthma under control. Incase of irregular menstrual cycles, a peak flow meter can be used to test your lung’s ability to push air out. If the meter shows decreasing numbers it indicates the approaching periods and you need to stay careful in order to avoid triggers. Even after such asthma treatment if the cyclical asthma does not stop then you should consider approaching a doctor a few days before the menstrual cycle and move on to further step in asthma therapy.
3. Besides this, there are some anti-inflammatory and anti-allergy drugs that might be useful to avoid an asthma attack. However, if consumed more often they have some side-effects like nausea, vomiting and heart functioning abnormalities.
4. Consumption of Fish oil is very beneficial for asthma patients. Omega 3 found in fish oil is an anti-inflammatory substance and helps in controlling asthma attacks. Whereas, the processed food and dairy products contain omega 6 oils which can prove to be harmful for asthmatic girls. Hence, processed food and dairy products must not be included in your daily diet as far as possible.

Hopefully, the above mentioned tips aid you in tackling asthma efficiently. So, don’t worry, just take care!