He cites a case study in his presentations on EIB. The subject is a 15-year-old boy who loves sports but can’t keep up with the other players. Shortly after he embarks on an activity, he becomes winded and begins coughing. [uchealth.org]

Should resting values be abnormal, then asthma, or some other chronic lung condition, is present. [en.wikipedia.org]

‡ At present, there are inadequate data to correlate frequencies of exacerbations with different levels of asthma control. [merckmanuals.com]

SYMPTOMS, INCIDENCE, AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF EIA The symptoms of EIA—shortness of breath, cough, chest tightness, and wheezing—typically follow a brief period of bronchodilation that is present early in the course of exercise. [pediatrics.aappublications.org]

• Fatigue

  The signs and symptoms to be aware of include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, fatigue and reduced athletic performance. Symptoms may continue for 30 to 90 minutes if not treated properly. [chkd.org]

  This may be due to peer pressure, embarrassment, fear of losing position on the team, or plain misinterpretation as post-exercise fatigue. CONCLUSION EIA is a common problem that affects millions of people annually all over the world. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

• Hoarseness

  […] other work, the breathing becomes difficult, it is called Asthma … The symptoms of its approach are heaviness of the chest; sluggishness to one's accustomed work, and to every other exertion; difficulty of breathing in running or on steep road; they are hoarse [pediatrics.aappublications.org]

• Chronic Cough

  The same inquiry should be addressed to children with chronic cough, allergic rhinitis, and even those at risk for developing asthma such as first degree relatives of asthma patients and children with atopic dermatitis. [pediatrics.aappublications.org]

• Blister

  Its main disadvantage is the requirement for frequent reloading with new blister packs, an inconvenience that may undermine patient adherence. [pediatrics.aappublications.org]

TREATMENT MODALITIES EIA has several treatment modalities. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Best Activities with EIB Here’s the good news: with the right treatment plan and management techniques, most people with EIB are able to do the activities they love. [premierhealth.com]

The most common treatment is short-acting inhalers although some patients may do well on long-lasting therapies such as inhaled steroids. [uchealth.org]

In May 2013, the American Thoracic Society issued the first treatment guidelines for EIB. [19] Prognosis [ edit ] As evidenced by many professional athletes who have overcome EIB using some combination of accepted treatments, the prognosis is usually [en.wikipedia.org]

[…] options Consider short course of systemic corticosteroids Step up 1 or 2 steps Re-evaluate in 2 weeks For adverse effects, consider treatment options * All ages unless specified differently. † Level of control is based on the most severe impairment or [merckmanuals.com]

In May 2013, the American Thoracic Society issued the first treatment guidelines for EIB. [19] Prognosis [ edit ] As evidenced by many professional athletes who have overcome EIB using some combination of accepted treatments, the prognosis is usually [en.wikipedia.org]

EPIDEMIOLOGY EIA affects 12-15% of the population. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

"Exercise-induced asthma, respiratory and allergic disorders in elite athletes: epidemiology, mechanisms and diagnosis: Part I of the report from the Joint Task Force of the European Respiratory Society (ERS) and the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical [en.wikipedia.org]

I believe, in the years to come the pathophysiology of this oft neglected diagnosis will be revisited time and again. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

SYMPTOMS, INCIDENCE, AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF EIA The symptoms of EIA—shortness of breath, cough, chest tightness, and wheezing—typically follow a brief period of bronchodilation that is present early in the course of exercise. [pediatrics.aappublications.org]

The good news is, therapy can help prevent symptoms induced by exercise and even enhance overall asthma control, Janata said. [uchealth.org]

A decrease in FEV 1 was minimized or prevented by salmeterol powder delivered by either system for up to 12 hours; the decline in FEV 1 was unaffected by placebo. [pediatrics.aappublications.org]

From diagnosis and treatment to customized rehabilitation plans, we specialize in physical therapy and injury prevention programs for active children and teens. [chkd.org]

Of this group, montelukast (Singulair) is effective in preventing EIA. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

[…] years: > 1/month Adults and children ≥ 12 years: ≥ 4/week Children 5–11 years: ≥ 2/week Children 0–4 years: > 1/week Interference with normal activity None Some limitation Extreme limitation Use of short-acting beta-2 agonist for symptom control (not prevention [merckmanuals.com]