Is asthma communicable or noncommunicable?
My grandson has asthma, and I'm careful when I'm around him, especially if he's coughing. Is asthma communicable, like a cold, or is it a non-communicable disease? My daughter keeps telling me not to worry.
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4 months ago
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Asthma is classified as a non-communicable disease (NCD). It is a chronic condition of the airways and cannot be transmitted from person to person like a cold or flu. For proper diagnosis and understanding of your triggers, consulting a medical professional is always the right step.
4 months ago
It is strictly non-communicable, dear. You don't have to worry about catching it from family members or friends. It's usually hereditary or caused by environmental factors like dust, so just focus on keeping your surroundings clean and dust-free.
4 months ago
It is a non-communicable condition. Much like managing thyroid issues, asthma is an internal health matter that needs personal monitoring, routine doctor follow-ups, and regular lung function tests to ensure your medication dosage is correct.
4 months ago
It's 100% non-communicable. I have had asthma for 15 years and my wife has never caught it because it simply doesn't spread like that. My advice is to identify your allergy triggers, buy a good vacuum cleaner for your carpets, and always keep your inhaler handy.
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4 months ago
Ye bilkul non-communicable bimari hai, matlab ek se dusre ko nahi phailti. Hamare gaon mein bhi kuch logon ko hai par isse darne ki koi baat nahi hai. Bus dhool-mitti se bachiye aur doctor babu se ilaaj karwaye.
4 months ago
It is completely non-communicable. My daughter has asthma, and she plays normally with all her friends at school without any risk to them. Just focus on managing their symptoms with the doctor's prescribed inhalers and keeping their environment clean.