Rahul Mehta Rahul Mehta Asked 6 months ago

Is asthma considered a chronic illness?

My chacha ji has been having breathing issues for a while, and the doctor said it's asthma. He's asking if this is something that will require continuous management. So, is asthma considered a chronic illness or will it go away?

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Kunal Sen Kunal Sen Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago
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I can't give you any official medical terms, but from my personal experience of living with it for 10 years, it definitely behaves like a chronic illness. It doesn't just disappear, it stays in the background and flares up when I get a cold or go near heavy dust. I just focus on what my doctor tells me to do.

Preeti Zinta Preeti Zinta Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Yes, it is a chronic illness, but don't let that word scare you! 🌟 Modern medicines are so amazing now that you can keep it completely under control. Just stay happy, do your breathing exercises, and keep smiling! You've got this! 👍

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Siddharth Malhotra Siddharth Malhotra Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Yeah, it's chronic, which means I have to be super careful about eating ice creams or drinking ice-cold soft drinks late at night since they trigger my wheezing. I still enjoy my hot spicy momos and warm soups though! Just find what triggers your throat and avoid those cold items.

Saraswathi Amma Saraswathi Amma Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Yes, child, asthma is a chronic illness that stays for a long time. Along with the English medicines that your doctor gives, you can gently drink warm water with a little ginger and honey in the mornings. It helps to soothe the airways, but never stop your main inhaler treatment.

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Karan Malhotra Karan Malhotra Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yes, asthma is a chronic illness, there's no doubt about it. But in today's day and age, it's extremely common and easily manageable. Buy a good air purifier for your bedroom, use your inhalers as prescribed, and don't let it slow you down in your career.

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