Is there a relation between asthma and an enlarged heart? I have found no evidence that definitely proves a link between the two. An argument that one could present is this: Asthma leads to labored breathing, which causes the heart to have to pump more often to get adequate amount of oxygen in the body. Does it make sense to therefore assume that since the heart is working harder than a normal person's heart (with no asthma), that the muscle becomes enlarged overtime?

While there is no definitive evidence that directly links asthma to an enlarged heart, it is plausible to consider that the increased workload on the heart due to labored breathing in asthma patients could potentially lead to the heart muscle becoming enlarged over time. This condition is known as cardiomegaly. In such cases, it is important to manage asthma effectively to reduce the strain on the heart. Medications such as inhaled corticosteroids like Fluticasone (100-250 mcg twice daily) and bronchodilators like Albuterol (2 puffs every 4-6 hours as needed) can help control asthma symptoms and potentially reduce the risk of complications such as cardiomegaly. Regular monitoring by a healthcare provider is also recommended to assess heart health and adjust treatment as needed.