Asthma
Internal Medicine Specialist located in Williamsville, NY
Asthma Services Offered In Williamsville, NY
If you find it challenging to take deep breaths, particularly during physical activity, asthma might be the cause. At Expedient Medical, PLLC, located in Williamsville, New York, Dr. Sarwat Khawar, a board-eligible internal medicine physician, along with our committed team, provides asthma treatments aimed at improving your breathing. Contact our office to arrange an asthma screening, or utilize the convenient online booking feature available on our website today.
Asthma Q&A
What is asthma?
Asthma is a common chronic condition causing your airways to swell and narrow. It can make breathing difficult for you during exercise, when you’re ill, or while outdoors in cold weather. In some cases, asthma attacks are severe and even life-threatening when left untreated. See the Expedient Medical, PLLC, specialists at the first sign of breathing problems.
What are the symptoms of asthma?
The common symptoms of asthma include:
Wheezing
Difficulty breathing
Shortness of breath
Breathing problems during exercise
Chest tightness or pain
Trouble sleeping
Coughing
These symptoms may appear only in certain situations, such as during physical activity or when seasonal allergies flare up. Your symptoms may be mild, moderate, or severe.
What are the risk factors for asthma?
The risk factors for developing asthma include:
Seasonal allergies
Family history of asthma
Smoking
Secondhand smoke exposure
Exposure to polluted air
Workplace toxin exposure
Carrying excess body weight
Avoid air pollution and smoking to reduce your risk of asthma and its triggers. Properly treating seasonal allergies can help too.
How does my provider diagnose asthma?
Dr. Khawar and his staff review your medical history, check your vital signs, listen to your breathing, and complete a physical exam to screen for asthma.
They provide painless breathing tests before and after taking medications to determine if you benefit from using an inhaler. You might also undergo blood testing, skin prick tests, or other diagnostic tests to screen for allergies.
How is asthma treated?
The most common treatment for asthma is using an inhaler, especially during exercise. Maintain an ideal body weight, eat nutritious foods, stay active, clean your home regularly, and change the air filters inside your home often.
If seasonal allergies contribute to worsening asthma symptoms, Dr. Khawar can treat allergies using oral medicines, nasal sprays, or allergy shots. Use your inhaler as often as needed to avoid severe shortness of breath. Dr. Khawar follows up with you periodically to make sure your asthma treatment works effectively.
To get relief from breathing challenges related to asthma, schedule an appointment at Expedient Medical, PLLC, by phone or online today.