Other benefits can be seen with grass pollen, ragweed, and animal dander. Measures to prevent esophageal reflux include medications, weight loss, dietary changes, and stopping cigarettes, coffee, and alcohol. For further information, please visit the Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease forum. The cause of asthma is unknown. Allergy can play a role in some asthma patients.
Many factors can precipitate asthma attacks.
Asthma is diagnosed based on the presence of wheezing and confirmed with breathing tests. Chest x-rays are usually normal in asthma patients. Avoiding precipitating factors is important in the management of asthma. Medications can be used to reverse or prevent bronchospasm in patients with asthma.