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ss than 10 percent of patients with mild persistent asthma used inhaled steroids on a daily basis, compared to 80 percent or more of those with moderate to severe persistent asthma.

Asthma is a common chronic disease in adults as well as children. Asthma-related medical costs have been estimated at $12.7 billion per year in the United States. However, few studies of asthma costs have used data from insurance claims databases, which provide a more realistic reflection of costs.

"Persistent asthma is an expensive chronic condition for both third-party payers and employers," Dr. Colice and colleagues conclude. Direct medical costs are substantially higher than for employees and dependents without asthma. Since factors such as reduced productivity weren't included, the study probably underestimates the true impact on indirect costs. The researchers highlight the potential for health and economic benefits by increasing use of regular inhaled steroid therapy among patients with mild persistent asthma.

(Source: Newswise
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