Asthma Care at Robina Town Medical Centre
If you or your child is living with asthma, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to manage it alone either. At Robina Town Medical Centre, experienced GPs are here to support you with accurate diagnosis, personalised treatment, and future asthma management.
Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or you’ve been living with asthma for years, we’ll work with you to create a treatment plan that suits your lifestyle and helps you breathe easier.
What Is Asthma?
Asthma is a chronic condition that affects the airways, the tubes that carry air in and out of your lungs. In people with asthma, these airways can become inflamed or narrowed from time to time, making it harder to breathe. You can think of it like trying to breathe through a thin straw.
Asthma symptoms can come and go, and may include:
- Wheezing
- Shortness of breath
- Chest tightness
- Persistent or recurring cough
There’s no cure for asthma, but with the right care and medications, most people can live active, healthy lives. Managing asthma well means knowing your triggers, taking medication correctly, and having a clear plan in place for flare-ups.
How Is Asthma Diagnosed?
Asthma diagnosis isn’t based on one single test. Your GP will look at the full picture, including:
- A history of wheezing or breathing difficulty
- Family history of asthma or allergies
- Symptom patterns and potential triggers
- Spirometry or lung function tests
- Your response to inhalers or other treatments
Common Asthma Triggers
Everyone’s asthma is different, and so are the things that can make symptoms worse. Some common asthma triggers include:
- Colds and respiratory infections
- Exercise
- Cold air
- Pollen and other airborne allergens
- Cigarette smoke
- Dust mites or mould
Knowing your triggers and avoiding them where possible is an important part of your asthma action plan.
Who Can Help You Manage Asthma
Asthma care is a team effort. At Robina Town Medical Centre, asthma management is supported by caring and experienced GP’s and our nursing team:
- Your GP: Your doctor is your first point of contact for all asthma-related care. They can create your personalised asthma management plan, help identify your triggers, discuss medications, recommend how often you should have reviews, and talk through lifestyle factors like smoking cessation.
- Practice Nurse: Our practice nurses can show you the correct inhaler technique and help ensure you’re using medications effectively. We also offer spirometry testing to assess your lung function, and allergy skin prick testing for patients over 2 years old, which can help identify specific asthma triggers.
- Asthma Specialist: In some cases, your GP may refer you to a respiratory or asthma specialist. This can be helpful if your asthma is difficult to control or your symptoms are becoming more severe.
Asthma Management for Adults
Once asthma is diagnosed, your GP will help you build a personalised asthma management plan. This plan takes into account your symptoms, lifestyle, risk factors and medication preferences.
It will typically include:
- Your daily treatment or preventer routine
- Instructions on using your inhaler or spacer correctly
- What to do when symptoms start to worsen
- A step-by-step asthma attack action plan
If your symptoms change or you experience more frequent flare-ups, your GP may review and adjust your treatment. The goal is to keep your asthma well controlled, so you can keep doing the things you enjoy.
Asthma Management for Children
GPs work closely with parents and carers to develop a long-term action plan for children's asthma, tailored to your child’s symptoms and stage of development.
This plan helps ensure your child can stay active and involved in school, sport and daily life wherever possible.
As your child grows or as their symptoms change, treatment may need adjusting. The aim is to find the lowest dose of medication that keeps symptoms under control and prevents flare-ups.
Your child’s asthma plan can also be shared with teachers and caregivers. Daycare & School will usually request a copy of your plan if you have one.
Do You Have a Current Asthma Action Plan?
If it’s been a while since you reviewed your asthma plan, or if you’ve never had one, now’s a great time to book in with your GP. This document could help prevent serious complications and reduce hospital visits.
To book an appointment with a GP who can help with your asthma care, get in touch with Robina Town Medical Centre today.
Book a standard appointment with your doctor to discuss asthma. If you require an asthma action plan, please contact Reception as you may need to book a longer appointment.
Why Choose RTMC
Caring, friendly doctors
New patients welcome
Easy parking
Quality accreditation
Unique expertise
Patient-centered care
Asthma FAQ
Common symptoms include wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing, especially at night or early in the morning. If you’re experiencing any of these, it's important to discuss with a doctor.
No referral is needed. You can book directly with a GP who has experience in asthma care and management.
An asthma action plan is a written plan developed with your doctor that outlines how to manage your asthma day-to-day, and what to do if your symptoms worsen. It helps you stay in control and avoid or lessen flare-ups.
Diagnosis may include a discussion of symptoms, medical history, and a lung function test such as spirometry, which we offer on-site for convenience.
Absolutely. We provide age-appropriate care and guidance for both children and parents, including action plans and advice for school and sports.
We recommend a review every 6–12 months, or sooner if symptoms change or worsen. Regular check-ins help ensure your treatment stays effective.
Your Appointment
Use online bookings to make your next appointment quickly and conveniently, any time of day. If your appointment type is not available online, please phone the practice to book.
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