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Eosinophilic asthma

A type of severe asthma driven by high eosinophils, a type of white blood cell.

What it is

Eosinophilic asthma may need targeted treatments. Blood eosinophil levels guide decisions.

Signs people often notice

  • •Severe asthma symptoms
  • •Frequent flares
  • •Sinus issues
  • •Steroid dependence

Who it affects

More common in adults with severe asthma.

Questions worth asking your clinician

  • ?What are my eosinophil levels?
  • ?Could targeted treatment help?
  • ?How do we reduce steroids?

This information is general and educational. Always speak to your GP or prescribing clinician before changing medication, starting supplements, or acting on anything you read here.

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