If you can't always keep away from asthma triggers, it is important to manage your asthma on a daily basis. If you need to take your reliever medication more than three or four times a week (excluding �before exercise� medication) then you should visit your doctor. Your asthma management plan might need to be adjusted. Remember to take your reliever medication with you when you visit a place where you know there are triggers. ²⁰

The most common allergic triggers of asthma are house dust mites, mould, pollen, air pollution, tobacco smoke and pets. Exercise and viruses that affect your lungs, like the influenza virus, can also trigger symptoms but in most cases a little preparation can help you avoid the worst.

House dust mites
Mould
Pollen
Air pollution
Pets
Flu
Exercise