Prognosis and duration of disabling effects

In occupational asthma, early treatment, and removal of the person from the precipitating cause may effect a cure.

Apart from that, asthma is a chronic but variable condition. Modern asthma treatment is capable of eliminating, or significantly reducing asthma symptoms. The majority of attacks or flare- ups are short- lived and normally do respond to treatment. A minority of cases are "brittle"and treatment is less effective. Such cases should be discussed with Medical Services.

Once treatment has been stabilized, the condition will normally remain static, and the care and mobility needs are not likely to change.

Date of Onset - Less than 5 years

If an award is made then 3 year award.

Date of Onset - More than 5 years

If an award is made then award for an Indefinite period.

All information must be taken into account when considering the duration of disabling effects and the duration of disabling effects must be based on the particular circumstances of the individual claimant.