Asthma Score | What does control mean? | Talking to your doctor?

	What does control mean? Why maintaining control is important Tips for asthma control Monitoring Medications Controlling the triggers Smoking and asthma What is asthma? Talking to your doctor? What your doctor will ask you Tips for talking with your doctor Print this page Remember to update your SMS or Email Reminder preferences to receive notification of your Asthma Score Rewards. ¹⁶ Your doctor will start an appointment by asking you about your asthma history, especially if he or she hasn't seen you for a while. Current symptoms Pattern of symptoms (e.g. how many times over 24 hours, a week or a year?) What triggers your asthma? How do you currently manage your asthma (e.g. use an inhaler?) Have you recently been to hospital because of your asthma? Describe a typical asthma attack or exacerbation Describe your home and work environment Does asthma impact on your work and lifestyle? What does it prevent you from doing sometimes? Is there anyone in your family that has any allergies?

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