Have you been diagnosed with asthma? This article has easy tips that you can follow to control the symptoms of your asthma.

Make sure if you have an inhaler that you are using it the right way. Go to a quiet place, and be sure to follow all instructions from the manufacturer. The only way the inhaler can help is if the medication can reach your lungs. Spray the dosage into the mouth while you inhale air. After inhaling, it's important that you hold the medication in by holding your breath for 10 seconds at the least.

Avoiding smoke is one of the best asthma-prevention tips out there. Smoke is a major cause of asthma attacks. You should attempt to minimize your contact with cigarette smoke, chemical fumes, and noxious vapors. All of those things can trigger and aggravate asthma symptoms. Ask people around you not to smoke in your presence. Don't be rude about it, but don't be afraid to ask for what you need.