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   Asthma  Diagnosis Diagnosis of asthma is mostly clinical. Some investigations to assess the extent of asthma and association of other conditions is usually called for in most cases. A detailed medical history and physical examination is done to assess the presence or severity of the following symptoms. • Recurrent respiratory infections • Allergic cough worse at night • Sudden onset of wheezing and shortness of breath when exposed to allergens • Your family history of asthma and allergies • Medicines you may have used to help your breathing A physical examination of your respiratory system and a general examination is done to rule out other illness. After medical history and examination, pulmonary function test and other investigations may be included to complete the diagnosis. Tests include: Pulmonary function test: • Spirometry • Challenge test • Exhaled Nitric oxide test • Complete Blood count • Chest and Sinus X-rays • CT scan (not done routinely) • GERD assessment test (if associated gastric symptoms) |
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