Most patients with asthma are managed by primary care providers. Severe asthma is
associated with substantial morbidity and health care resource use, and long-term sequelae
of severe asthma include airway remodeling and a greater risk of developing chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease. These consequences highlight the importance of early
identification and improved management of patients with severe asthma. Although treatment
guidelines can be confusing and it can be difficult to keep abreast of updates, routine …