Table 2

Comorbidities in geriatric asthma

 ComorbiditiesAdvice
Related to shared risk factorsRhinitis
Gastro-oesophageal reflux
Treat independently to improve asthma outcomes
Related to ageingDepression
Cognitive impairment
Assess to avoid drug interaction or treatment failure
Related to asthma treatmentCataracts
Osteoporosis
Arrhythmias
Diabetes
Monitor during asthma treatment to reduce drug dosages