Integrative Medicine for Respiratory Conditions: Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.mcna.2017.04.008 and PMC identifier 5654539.
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Abstract
Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease are 2 common chronic respiratory disorders in primary care that cause considerable morbidity and mortality. This article reviews disease pathophysiology and outlines an integrative, multidimensional approach to the evaluation and management of these conditions, including pharmacotreatment, nutrition, supplements, self-care strategies, mind-body therapies, and other integrative modalities.
Medical subject headings
- Asthma
- Complementary Therapies
- Integrative Medicine
- Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive