Worsening Asthma In Adults Part 2: Assessment And Management Of Asthma Exacerbations – MM1502
This second part of a two-part article discusses the assessment and management of patients who present to their GP with an asthma exacerbation. Moderate exacerbations can be managed in the community but urgent hospital transfer is required if the exacerbation is severe or the patient has high-risk features or deteriorates despite treatment.
Modern Medicine – February 2015
Despite recent significant advances in the control of asthma, exacerbations still cause significant morbidity and mortality. The first part of this two-part article discusses strategies for the prevention of exacerbations, the early identification of worsening asthma, and patient self-management using a written action plan.
Modern Medicine – January 2015
International Guidelines for Asthma Management and Prevention – MM1407
The Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) has released a global strategy for asthma management and prevention. this article seeks to break down that new guideline for use in south Africa.
Modern Medicine – July 2014
