Asmatika (en. Asthma)

as-ma-ti-ka

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition in the respiratory system that causes difficulty in breathing.
Asthma requires proper care from a doctor.
Ang asmatika ay nangangailangan ng maayos na pangangalaga mula sa doktor.
A chronic inflammatory disease of the airways.
Often, asthma can trigger allergies.
Kadalasan, ang asmatika ay maaaring maging sanhi ng allergies.
A condition that can be relieved by medications that have bronchodilator effects.
Inhalers are commonly used to control asthma.
Ang mga inhaler ay karaniwang ginagamit upang kontrolin ang asmatika.

Etymology

From the word 'asma' and 'atik,' meaning a respiratory problem, it is derived from the Arabic language.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Has asthma
Means having a condition of difficulty in breathing.
May asmatika
Asthma attack
A time when asthma symptoms worsen.
Asmatika attack

Related Words

bronchodilator
A type of medication that helps open the airways.
bronchodilator
allergy
A reaction of the body to specific substances or allergens that can trigger asthma.
allergy

Slang Meanings

person with needs or disabilities
I hope you can find a person with disabilities that you should help.
Sana makahanap ka ng asmatika na dapat tulungan.
term for people with asthma
Oh, so you're asthmatic, take it easy when running.
Ah, ikaw pala ay asmatika, dahan-dahan lang sa pagtakbo.
a peculiar lifestyle that hampers health
Sometimes, those who are asthmatic don't take care of themselves.
Minsan, yung mga asmatika kasi ay hindi nag-aalaga ng sarili nila.