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Prognosis for Asthma

The prognosis for those diagnosed with asthma is good providing the individual follows the treatment plan closely, makes healthy lifestyle choices such as not smoking and learns to manage the disease well.

  1. Long-term

    • In an ABC News piece, Dr. Stephen Wasserman states, "once an asthmatic, long-term an asthmatic." He states how it may not always maintain the same severity level but the asthma may wax and wane over the years, maintaining its presence in the body.

    Age

    • The prognosis is good for all age groups but advanced age (80 and higher) will include a loss of lung function that is exacerbated if the individual smokes, according to ABC News.

    Treatment

    • Asthmatics must follow doctor designed treatment plans in order to manage the disease effectively and to have a positive impact on prognosis.

    Worsen

    • According to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, allergens, emotions, exercise, gastroesophageal reflux, hormonal changes, infections, irritants and weather can make the symptoms of asthma worse.

    Management

    • The prognosis is best when the disease is under control. Healthcare providers can help identify triggers, create a treatment plan and explain lifestyle changes that are all designed to manage asthma.

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