The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast #468: Asthma Update with Cyrus Askin
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Jan 27, 2025 Cyrus Askin, a pulmonologist and medical director of the ICU, shares his insights on asthma management. He discusses the 2024 GINA Strategy and dives into diagnostic tools like spirometry and peak expiratory flow measurements. Askin also emphasizes tailored approaches for managing asthma in pregnant patients, detailing the effective use of medications like Budesonide-formoterol. He intertwines personal stories, including musical inspirations and a relatable look at the challenges of asthma in winter. This engaging conversation blends expert advice with human experiences.
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Golf and Podcasts
- Matthew Watto jokes that podcasters cannot play golf.
- Cyrus Askin confirms he does not play golf.
Conducting the Asthma Interview
- Start by asking open-ended questions to build rapport and gather information.
- Follow up with specific questions about environmental factors, activity associations, family history, and childhood history.
Diagnosing Asthma
- Spirometry is the gold standard for diagnosing asthma.
- Peak expiratory flow testing can be used in resource-limited settings.