Review on asthma disease and future direction
Department of Pharmaceutics, Dr Rajendra Gode College of Pharmacy Amravati, Dist- Amravati (444602), Maharashtra, India.
Review Article
GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2024, 29(02), 231–242.
Article DOI: 10.30574/gscbps.2024.29.2.0429
Publication history:
Received on 30 September 2024; revised on 15 November 2024; accepted on 18 November 2024
Abstract:
Asthma is a chronic respiratory disorder marked by inflammation and obstruction of the airways, resulting in symptoms such as wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coughing. Affecting over 300 million people globally, asthma is triggered by genetic and environmental factors, including allergens, pollutants, and respiratory infections. While current treatment strategies, including inhaled corticosteroids and bronchodilators, help manage symptoms, asthma remains a significant public health challenge with no definitive cure. Diagnostic approaches rely on clinical assessment and pulmonary function tests. Looking ahead, future directions in asthma research are focused on personalized medicine, targeting the unique genetic and environmental factors that contribute to asthma variability among patients. Innovative treatments such as biologics, which aim to modulate immune pathways involved in inflammation, are showing promise for severe asthma cases. Additionally, advancements in digital health, such as wearable devices and mobile apps, are improving disease monitoring and patient adherence to treatment plans. Continued efforts are needed to address disparities in asthma care and to explore preventive strategies, such as early-life interventions to reduce the development of asthma in high-risk populations.
This Article discusses the key aspects of asthma, current treatment challenges, and emerging research directions aimed at improving management and reducing the global burden of the disease.
Keywords:
Asthma; Epidemiology; Etiology; Future Direction
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