seriousness and likelihood of developing an infection.  The development of a secondary infection can cause additional problems for those facing chronic health conditions.

 

If your doctor determines that you have asthma, or that your chronic condition is likely to develop asthma, then he or she may recommend additional treatment for your condition.  Those that are diagnosised with asthma will need an inhaler and sometimes additional asthma medications. 

 

These products have the goal of reducing the amount of inflammation in your air passageways as well as open them up to allow for better passage to your lungs.  This type of medication can be vitally important to those suffering from asthma.

 

From looking at your test results and listening to your lungs, your doctor will determine the right type of treatment for your condition.  Usually in cases of acute conditions, this treatment is simply rest and fluids. 

 

Yet, in the cases of chronic conditions, it is all the more important to provide you with the help you need through additional medication.  Without this medication, your condition can worsen into a life threatening condition such as pneumonia.