8. Exercise Intolerance: The Activity-Limiting Impact of Allergic Asthma
Exercise intolerance is a common symptom of allergic asthma that can significantly impact an individual’s ability to engage in physical activities. People with allergic asthma may experience shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, or chest tightness during exercise, making it challenging to maintain an active lifestyle.
In allergic asthma, exercise intolerance occurs due to the constriction of airways in response to increased breathing demands. This constriction leads to difficulty in getting sufficient air, resulting in asthma symptoms.
To manage exercise intolerance, it’s essential to work closely with your healthcare provider to develop an appropriate exercise plan tailored to your needs. This may include adjusting your asthma medication, using a pre-exercise bronchodilator, and choosing suitable activities that minimize asthma symptoms. Additionally, warming up and cooling down properly and avoiding exercising in extreme temperatures can help reduce the risk of exercise-induced asthma symptoms. (8)
