Cockroach Allergen . Although no studies have been published that report the effect of cockroach reduction on asthma symptoms, it is the opinion of the Expert Panel that control measures need to be instituted when the patient is sensitive to cockroaches and infestation is present in the home. Patients should not leave food or garbage exposed. Poison baits, boric acid, and traps are preferred to chemical agents because the latter can be irritating when inhaled by asthma patients. If chemical agents are used, the home should be well ventilated and the patient should not return to the home until the odor has dissipated.
Indoor fungi are particularly prominent in humid environments and homes that have dampness problems.
Conducting outdoor activities shortly after sunrise will result in less pollen exposure. These actions may not be realistic for some patients, especially children. This site produced by the Journal of the American Medical Association . All rights reserved.