Achieving Control in Type 2 Inflammation

Welcome to the fourth and final Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Innovations podcast on Type 2 inflammation. This is the fourth episode in our series about what it means to have your conditions caused by Type 2 inflammation.

This podcast is made in partnership with The Itch Podcast. Co-hosts Payel Gupta, MD and Kortney discuss what “control” really means for people with conditions related to Type 2 inflammation. These conditions include moderate to severe asthma, eczema, chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps and eosinophilic esophagitis, to name a few.

In the episode, Dr. Gupta and Kortney outline how to tell if your current plan is working, when to see a specialist, and how your life can get better when your symptoms are under control.

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We thank Sanofi and Regeneron for sponsoring this episode. All opinions expressed are our own and do not reflect views of Sanofi and Regeneron. Sponsorship does not influence content or editorial decisions. Any mention of brands is for informational purposes and not an endorsement.

What does it mean to control Type 2 inflammation?

“Control” means your symptoms don’t get in the way of your daily life. It means you will have symptoms less often. But it does not mean you will never feel sick again.

When Type 2 inflammation is under control, you can breathe better, itch less, and feel more comfortable daily.

Key takeaways from Achieving Control in Type 2 Inflammation

Understanding how to control your disease can help you feel better and protect your health in the long run. Here are the most important points from the podcast episode:

  • Why control matters: When Type 2 inflammation is not controlled, your symptoms can worsen and affect your health long-term.
  • Signs your condition is not controlled: Learn when to talk to your doctor or see a specialist.
  • Treatments that can help: Medications like creams and ointments for eczema, inhalers for asthma and COPD, and biologics for multiple conditions can help control your symptoms.
  • Managing more than one condition: If you have multiple Type 2 inflammatory conditions, an allergist can help you manage all of them at once.
  • What you can do at home: Small changes in your daily life can help you stay healthy and have fewer flare-ups.

Podcast timestamps for Achieving Control in Type 2 Inflammation

01:00 – Why understanding “control” matters for Type 2 inflammation

01:55 – What “control” means for your symptoms

05:30 – How to tell if your symptoms are controlled

09:20 – When it’s time to see a specialist

16:19 – Why hospitals or urgent care visits aren’t a good as your main source of care

17:09 – How you can get control of your symptoms

20:35 – Lifestyle tips to help reduce inflammation

23:18 – Simple ways to stay healthy and control symptoms

Additional Resources About Type 2 Inflammation

Previous podcast episodes in the Type 2 inflammation series