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Mr. Charles R. Martin, MD

Pulmonologist

Dr. Charles Martin practices Pulmonology in Longview, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Martin manages patients who need life support and mechanical ventilation, and is specially trained in diseases and conditions of the chest, particularly pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema, and complicated chest infections.
38 years Experience
Mr. Charles R. Martin, MD
  • Longview, TX
  • Univ of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx
  • Accepting new patients

What are the treatment options for asthma?

That is a good question with a fairly simple answer. Asthma is easily diagnosed and very treatable. It is a chronic condition, and continued medical therapy and follow up as well READ MORE
That is a good question with a fairly simple answer. Asthma is easily diagnosed and very treatable. It is a chronic condition, and continued medical therapy and follow up as well as self education is critical to a good outcome and normal lifestyle.
Treatment depends on the severity of symptoms and obstruction on PUlmonary function testing. Anti inflammatory agents are effective and the mainstay of treatment typically in the form of inhaled steroids and bronchodilators. There are some oral agents for some types of allergic asthma associated with allergic rhinitis.
I had many athletes with asthma, vocal performers who with treatment could perform at the highest level. This is not a disability for you so get treatment with a doctor very familiar with asthma management.
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