The cause of asthma, which brings about breathing restriction, has damaging effects. Not only can’t a patient breath, it causes mental and emotional distress – not only to the patient, but to the family as well. Aside from being a constant source of pain, and the faltering feeling of helplessness due to its incurability, asthma can ultimately cause death if not properly managed. Inhalers only impose a short-term relief from attacks. Ultimately, it is a long-term asthma management plan that is what’s going to save a patient’s life in the long run.