Is Your Asthma Under Control?
Take the quick quiz to check how well your asthma is being managed.
Breathe Easier With Better Asthma Management
Asthma affects people differently, and how well it’s controlled can change over time.
Whether you’ve been managing asthma for years or have recently noticed a change in your symptoms, understanding your asthma is an important part of looking after your health.
Start by checking how well your asthma is currently controlled.
Understanding Your Asthma
Asthma is a long-term condition that affects the airways, making them more sensitive to certain triggers.
When triggered, the muscles around the airways can tighten and the lining can become inflamed, making it harder for air to move freely.
This can lead to symptoms such as:
Shortness of breath
Wheezing
Coughing
Tightness in the chest
Symptoms can come and go, and your asthma may feel different from one day, season or stage of life to another.
Know Your Triggers
Understanding what triggers your asthma can make it easier to manage.
Triggers vary from person to person and may include pollen, dust, smoke, changes in weather, respiratory infections, exercise, pets, mould, air pollution or certain workplace environments.
Knowing what affects your breathing — and recognising changes in your symptoms — can help you take a more proactive approach to your asthma management.
Make Asthma Management Part of Your Routine
Asthma management shouldn't only happen when symptoms become difficult.
Regularly reviewing your symptoms, medications, inhaler technique and Asthma Action Plan can help you stay informed about your asthma and recognise when something has changed.
If you're using your reliever more frequently, experiencing symptoms at night or finding asthma is limiting your usual activities, it may be time for a review with your healthcare professional.
Your Local Pharmacists Are Here to Help
At Bendigo UFS, our pharmacists are here to support you with practical advice about your asthma and medications.
We can help you better understand your medicines, check your inhaler technique and provide guidance to support your everyday asthma management.