Evidence-based management of exercise-induced asthma

Curr Sports Med Rep. 2002 Apr;1(2):86-92. doi: 10.1249/00149619-200204000-00005.

Abstract

Exercise-induced asthma (EIA) is a common, yet often unrecognized condition occurring in both known asthmatics and otherwise healthy individuals. Misdiagnosis, both over- and underdiagnosis, is not uncommon. In order to accurately diagnose EIA, a bronchoprovocation challenge test must be performed; the current recommended test is a eucapnic hyperventilation (EVH) challenge test. Although there are a number of treatment options available, both pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic, in most cases medications are required. A range of medications are currently available to either treat or prevent EIA. It is important that the medications used are individualized to the patients needs and monitored to ensure efficacy.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Administration, Inhalation
  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones / administration & dosage
  • Adrenergic beta-Agonists / therapeutic use
  • Anti-Asthmatic Agents / therapeutic use
  • Asthma, Exercise-Induced / diagnosis
  • Asthma, Exercise-Induced / therapy*
  • Breathing Exercises
  • Bronchial Provocation Tests / methods
  • Bronchodilator Agents / therapeutic use
  • Evidence-Based Medicine / methods
  • Humans
  • Sports Medicine / methods*

Substances

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones
  • Adrenergic beta-Agonists
  • Anti-Asthmatic Agents
  • Bronchodilator Agents