Asthma is a disease that requires diagnosis by a healthcare professional. If you have symptoms such as wheezing, frequent coughing, shortness of breath, or chest tightness, it is important to consult a doctor to determine whether these symptoms indicate asthma. In diagnosing asthma, doctors evaluate the existing symptoms, take a complete medical history, perform a physical examination, and review the results of supporting tests. Medical History Patients will be asked questions in...

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory condition of the airways in the lungs, which leads to their narrowing and swelling, and causes symptoms like breathing difficulties, wheezing, coughing, and chest tightness. When these symptoms worsen, it is called an asthma attack or exacerbation. The exact cause of asthma is not known, but researchers believe that a combination of genetic and environmental factors may lead to it.   There are various triggers that can cause asthma, including:  ...

Weaning your baby from breastfeeding can be a challenging process, but it's an important step in their development. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life, followed by continued breastfeeding with the introduction of solid foods until at least 12 months of age. Here are some tips to make the weaning process easier for both you and your baby.   Start Slowly Weaning should be a gradual process, so start by replacing one feedi...

After Eid Al Fitr, It’s Time To Go Back Home Ater spending some days on Lebaran’s Holiday, it is time to prepare our self to go back home and return to normal activities before. On the way back home, some will take private car, while others using public transportation. The travel might be long, of course you want to wear comfortable clothes when going back home.   Wearing comfortable clothes is not merely on look fashionable and stylish, but also safety and healthy.  But remember tha...

Before traveling, it is advisable to have a health check-up with a doctor. If you have already been prescribed routine medication, make sure to maintain a disciplined schedule for taking your medication during the journey. If you feel tired and achy, take a break immediately. Fatigue or drowsiness can cause stress and increase blood pressure. Reduce consumption of fatty foods as they can have a negative impact on hypertension patients and increase cholesterol levels in the blood. Elevat...

Lebaran or Eid al-Fitr is a festive moment to gather with family and friends. Apart from being a moment of togetherness, Lebaran is also identical with various delicious dishes such as opor ayam, rendang, sayur labu, sambal goreng hati, and sweet pastries such as nastar, putri salju, kastengel, and many more. However, post-Lebaran celebration can trigger several health problems. Here are some health problems that need to be aware of after Lebaran:   1. Increased Lipid Profile: T...