Literature review highlights options for self-management of asthma exacerbations An extensive literature review undertaken by the Woolcock Institute of Medical Research has examined the pharmacological strategies for self-management of asthma exacerbations in adults, including those using inhaled corticosteroid/long-acting รข2-agonist (ICS/LABA) therapy. view more (2006-07-05)
Inhaled Steroids Could Be New Option For Treating Mild Asthma (p 1071) Results of a large international study in this week's issue of THE LANCET provide strong evidence that inhaled steroids could substantially reduce illness associated with mild asthma. Previous research has not established whether steroids could be effective in controlling mild asthma, mainly because people with moderate disease symptoms were... view more... (2003-03-26)
Survey highlights 'crucial' safety issues in rhinitis treatment, particularly in children Children may be at risk of receiving rhinitis treatment that suppresses growth - but the problem can be avoided through careful selection of treatment. This was the overwhelming message emerging from a recent nationwide survey of ENT specialists. According to the findings, the vast majority (91%) of specialists surveyed said they considered growth... view more... (2001-06-28)
Asthma drugs need to be maintained for continued benefit Children whose asthma improved while taking steroid drugs for several years did not see those improvements continue after stopping the drugs, new results from a comprehensive childhood asthma study show. view more (2009-02-18)
