Acute Asthma Management

Acute asthma management involves quickly relieving breathing difficulties caused by airway narrowing. This is usually done with inhalers containing quick-relief medicines like albuterol, which open up the airways to improve airflow. In more severe cases, healthcare providers may use additional treatments like steroids to reduce inflammation and oxygen therapy if oxygen levels are low. The goal is to restore normal breathing and prevent the situation from worsening. After initial relief, ongoing management may include adjusting long-term medications and developing an action plan to handle future attacks effectively.