AsthmaTrack: Empowering Asthma Management Through Technology

AsthmaTrack is a digital tool that enables individuals with asthma to monitor their condition, track symptoms, and share data with healthcare providers. The platform offers features such as symptom journals, medication logs, and personalized asthma action plans.

AsthmaTrack FAQ

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What is an asthma attack?

An asthma attack is a sudden worsening of asthma symptoms. Asthma is a long-term condition that makes breathing difficult because airways in the lungs become narrow. Symptoms of asthma attack include coughing, wheezing, tightness in the chest and difficulty getting enough air.

Should you track Your asthma symptoms?

Tracking symptoms is one way to help you feel more in control. Just a few minutes a day to note down your symptoms can make a big difference to how well you and your doctor manage your severe asthma. know your symptoms are under control and your medicines are working well – which can be reassuring and a good boost to your confidence

What is a bronchospasm & asthma attack?

An asthma attack is a sudden worsening of asthma symptoms caused by the tightening of muscles around your airways. This tightening is called a bronchospasm. During the asthma attack, the lining of the airways also becomes swollen or inflamed and thicker mucus -- more than normal -- is produced.

What are the symptoms of an asthma attack?

All of these factors -- bronchospasm, inflammation, and mucus production -- cause symptoms of an asthma attack such as trouble breathing, wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, and difficulty performing normal daily activities. Other symptoms of an asthma attack can include: Call 911 if you have any of these symptoms.

How do I track my asthma symptoms?

Learn how to track the frequency and severity of your asthma symptoms. Keep an asthma journal to help you keep track of asthma medications & measure your lung function.

What does the asthma guideline cover?

This guideline covers diagnosing, monitoring and managing asthma in adults, young people and children. It aims to improve the accuracy of diagnosis, help people to control their asthma and reduce the risk of asthma attacks. It does not cover managing severe asthma or acute asthma attacks.

What is an asthma trigger?

An asthma trigger is anything that irritates your airways and sets off your asthma symptoms. If you’re having an asthma attack, or someone you know is having an asthma attack, follow this emergency advice. Managing your asthma well will significantly cut your risk of an asthma attack.

How do you know if you have asthma?

When your asthma flares up, the most common symptoms are coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and tightness in the chest. Find out why it’s important to get a diagnosis so you can start treatment for asthma, how asthma is diagnosed, and how you can take positive steps to stay symptom free after a diagnosis.