Asthma Treatment in India
About Asthma
Key Highlights
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Personalized, long-term management plan tailored to individual triggers and severity.Focus on both symptom control and reducing underlying airway inflammation.Development of a written Asthma Action Plan for daily management and emergency guidance.Education on proper inhaler technique, trigger identification, and avoidance.Regular monitoring to adjust treatment and prevent severe attacks.Holistic approach considering co-existing conditions often managed by Internal Medicine./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Recurrent episodes of wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and coughing.
- Symptoms that worsen at night, early morning, or with exercise.
- History of allergic conditions (e.g., rhinitis, eczema) suggesting atopic asthma.
- Abnormal lung function tests (spirometry) showing reversible airflow obstruction.
- Frequent use of over-the-counter quick-relief medications.
- Need for a formal diagnosis and structured management plan for chronic respiratory symptoms.
How to prepare
- Compile a detailed personal and family medical history, including allergies.
- Note down all symptoms, their frequency, timing, and potential triggers (dust, pollen, smoke).
- List all current medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements.
- Avoid using short-acting bronchodilator inhalers for 4-6 hours before spirometry if advised.
- Wear comfortable clothing that does not restrict breathing for the examination.
- Bring any previous medical records or test results related to breathing issues.
Risks & possible complications
- Potential side effects from medications (e.g., oral thrush with inhaled corticosteroids, tremors with bronchodilators).
- Risk of severe asthma attack (status asthmaticus) if condition is poorly controlled.
- Long-term oral steroid use can lead to osteoporosis, weight gain, and high blood pressure.
- Possible misdiagnosis if symptoms overlap with other conditions like COPD or heart failure.
- Non-adherence to medication or action plan increases risk of hospitalization.
- Rare allergic reactions to specific medications.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Asthma is a chronic condition managed long-term, not a procedure with a single recovery period.
- With proper treatment, symptom control and normal activity levels can be achieved quickly.
- Post-diagnosis, follow the Asthma Action Plan meticulously for daily control and exacerbations.
- Schedule regular follow-up visits (every 1-6 months initially) to monitor control and adjust therapy.
- Practice consistent inhaler technique and use spacer devices if prescribed.
- Continue monitoring peak flow readings at home as advised to track lung function.
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Typical hospital stay:
Typically 0 days (outpatient management)
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Expected recovery time:
Ongoing management; symptom improvement often within days to weeks of starting proper treatment
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering asthma in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for asthma in India include Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform asthma. MediFyr helps you compare internal medicine specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for asthma compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | USD 6 – USD 33 | Typically 0 days (outpatient management) | ~ Ongoing management; symptom improvement often within days to weeks of starting proper treatment | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 41 – USD 246 | Typically 0 days (outpatient management) | ~ Ongoing management; symptom improvement often within days to weeks of starting proper treatment | Know More |
Top hospitals for Asthma in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated internal medicine teams and experience managing patients undergoing asthma.
Mangalore, India
38 Doctors
Ayaan Brown, a 28-year-old graphic designer...
Ayaan Brown, a 28-year-old graphic designer and avid runner, had managed his childhood asthma with a rescue inhaler for years. Recently, his morning runs were cut short by tightness in his chest and wheezing, even on low-pollen days. Nighttime coughing fits disrupted his sleep. His primary care doctor, concerned about the increased frequency and Ayaan's reliance on his albuterol inhaler multiple times a week, referred him to a pulmonologist. The specialist recommended starting a daily inhaled corticosteroid (a maintenance inhaler) to control the underlying airway inflammation and a updated Asthma Action Plan. Ayaan was initially resistant, fearing medication would hinder his active lifestyle. Learning to use the new inhaler with a spacer felt cumbersome. However, within two weeks, the constant background chest tightness faded. He successfully completed a 5K race without needing his rescue inhaler. Emotionally, he moved from frustration and fear of losing his fitness to immense relief and a sense of regained control. He now feels empowered, not limited, by his management plan.
Internal Medicine Specialists for Asthma
Explore experienced internal medicine specialists who regularly perform asthma and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 13 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway, Kolkata
- 22 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 19 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 24 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore
- 17 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 40 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 30 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Kolkata
- 10 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Varthur Road, Bangalore
- 53 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 19 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 13 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore
- 15 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 20 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway, Kolkata
- 40 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 13 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
- 10 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway, Kolkata
- 29 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 18 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 15 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore