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Exhaled nitric oxide levels to guide treatment for children with asthma.

Author: ChangAnne B, KewKayleigh M, PetskyHelen L

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Overview

Asthma guidelines recommend using the lowest effective dose of medication to control asthma symptoms, improve lung function, and prevent serious episodes. Fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) is a marker of inflammation in the airways. Tailoring asthma treatments based on levels of airway inflammation may improve asthma control and reduce severe episodes.
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Asthma guidelines aim to guide health practitioners to optimise treatment for patients to minimise symptoms, improve or maintain good lung function, and prevent acute exacerbations. The principle of asthma guidelines is based on a step-up or step-down regimen of asthma medications to maximise health...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6432844/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Exhaled Nitric Oxide: A Guiding Light for Asthma Management

Asthma, a chronic respiratory condition, can be challenging to manage effectively. This research, like a physician seeking to personalize asthma treatment, explores the use of exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) levels as a guide for asthma management in children. The researchers investigate the potential of using FeNO levels, a marker of airway inflammation, to tailor treatment strategies for children with asthma.

Measuring Inflammation: A Window into Asthma

The researchers found that FeNO levels can be a valuable tool in guiding asthma management. They observed that adjusting asthma medications based on FeNO levels can improve asthma control and reduce the frequency of exacerbations. This finding, like a telescope revealing the hidden patterns of the night sky, provides clinicians with a more precise way to monitor and manage asthma.

Precision Medicine for Asthma: A Tailored Approach

This research highlights the potential of precision medicine in asthma management, tailoring treatment strategies to the individual needs of each patient. The researchers' findings, like a skilled navigator charting a course through a desert, demonstrate that by carefully monitoring FeNO levels, clinicians can optimize treatment plans and improve the overall health and well-being of children with asthma.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This research underscores the value of exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) levels as a guide for asthma management in children. The researchers' findings demonstrate that by adjusting asthma medications based on FeNO levels, clinicians can improve asthma control and reduce the frequency of exacerbations, paving the way for a more personalized and effective approach to managing this challenging condition.
Date :
  1. Date Completed 2016-12-21
  2. Date Revised 2022-04-08
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

27825189

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC6432844

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