Asthma is a common condition that affects both children and adults, causing discomfort and restricting your ability to breathe easily. At Atlanta ENT, Sinus & Allergy Associates, P.C., Dr. Ramie A. Tritt, a board-certified otolaryngologist, offers specialized care to help you manage asthma more effectively. With expertise in allergy, asthma, and immunology, Dr. Tritt uses the latest treatments, including biologics, to address the root causes of asthma and help reduce the severity of attacks.
What is Asthma?
Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that affects the airways in your lungs, causing inflammation and narrowing. This results in symptoms like wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. Asthma attacks can range from mild to severe, potentially limiting your airflow and causing dangerous oxygen deprivation in your body.
Common Asthma Triggers Include:
- Smoke
- Pet dander
- Pollen
- Mold
- Dust mites
- Exercise
- Air pollution
- Weather changes
Symptoms of an Asthma Attack
Symptoms may include:
- Wheezing
- Coughing
- Chest tightness
- Shortness of breath
- Faster breathing
- Difficulty talking
The severity of these symptoms can vary from mild to life-threatening.
Who Is at Risk?
Asthma can develop at any age but is most common in children. Risk factors include:
- Family history of asthma or allergies
- Age: More prevalent in children
- Smoking or secondhand smoke exposure
Asthma Treatment Options
While asthma has no cure, it can be managed effectively with the right medications:
- Quick-relief inhalers: Provide immediate relief during an asthma attack by helping open the airways.
- Long-term control medications: Taken daily to prevent symptoms and reduce the frequency of attacks.
- Biologics: Newer, advanced therapies that target the immune system to reduce inflammation and asthma attacks, offering a more personalized approach to care.
If you or your child are struggling with asthma, Dr. Tritt can help identify triggers and create a customized plan for symptom relief and long-term management.
Contact Atlanta ENT, Sinus & Allergy Associates, P.C.
With offices in Sandy Springs and Cumming, GA, Dr. Ramie A. Tritt and his team are here to guide you through effective asthma management. Don’t let asthma control your life—schedule a consultation today!
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Ramie A. Tritt, MD
Ramie A. Tritt, MD, FRCSC, specializes in nasal and sinus surgery as well as snoring and sleep apnea surgery at Atlanta ENT, Sinus & Allergy Associates, P.C.’s Sandy Springs location in Atlanta, Georgia.
Dr. Tritt graduated from medical school with honors from McGill University in Montreal, Canada. He completed his otolaryngology residency at McGill University and his fellowship in otology and head and neck surgery at Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, New York.
He is a diplomate of the American Board of Otolaryngology and a fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Dr. Tritt is a member of the Medical Association of Georgia and the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.
Dr. Tritt has been an instructor at national ENT meetings, a Medical Advisory Board member for computer image-guided sinus surgery, and been recognized by Atlanta Magazine as a “Doctor Who Doctors Go To”.
