Catching My BreathGlobal temperatures seem to be on the rise. We are seeing more frequent and extreme weather, and that could be a concern for us all. As I am writing this... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Inhaler Becomes Less Effective When Doses Run LowMoan alert! I like to think that I know my body pretty well. Having had chronic asthma all my life I am well versed to spotting little changes in how... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Wheezy MorningsAs an asthma patient, mornings are more often than not a little tricky. I don’t exactly know what happens during the night but come the early hours of the morning... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
Head for the Mountains Kid!For as long as I can remember I have had wonderful and amazing doctors that have taken care of me over the years. I have said before that I was... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
The Possibility of Dupixent: My Initial ThoughtsI have thought for a few years now that the biologic drug, Dupixent, could possibly be the gold standard medication. Especially for sufferers of atopic dermatitis. I know this because... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Give Us a Break, 2022! We are heading swiftly through March and 2022 is not showing any signs of slowing down. To be frank, I did not envisage 2022 being such a poor start for... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Don't Let the Asthma Win!There are several things people with asthma can do to lead a healthy and full life. There is no doubt that living with asthma can be extremely debilitating, but it... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
No Pets Allowed!I was diagnosed with asthma at the age of two. My parents realized that it was probably not a good idea to have our pet dog around me, and so... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Coughing My Way Into 2022!As the winter spell continues, it is more important than ever, that I continue with all my health routines. Recently, I received my booster jab to ward off the new... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Love Letter To AsthmaDear Asthma, I know we have been together for over four decades now, and I know this may be quite hard to hear, but I feel now is the right... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Stuffy Nose, Eye Infections and AsthmaSome people who have asthma may notice that they also have other issues that could possibly be related to their asthma. There can be some other abnormalities that occur alongside... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
You Sound Like Darth VaderKids can be cruel, but they can also be utterly hilarious. I remember getting called nicknames at school as well as at home. I, personally, never found any of the... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Night Asthma Nearly Had Its Wicked Way With MeEven now, when I think back to those early hours of that morning in 1993, it leaves me feeling oddly numb and lucky as hell. I remember it vividly. My... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
The Advent of the FlutterI cannot recall the exact moment when I was given a flutter device by my doctor, or indeed, if I was given one at all. I may have bought it... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
The Constant Worry of Forgetting My InhalerEver since I was a child, I can remember being totally panic-stricken if I left my inhaler indoors, or if I thought I had dropped it somewhere. It's a fear... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
Asthma and SoccerI never really took part in any sport for long periods as a kid. I just couldn't get through playing a sport, such as soccer, without getting bad asthma. Thinking... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
A Walk Through My Asthma MedsI've created a short video about my daily asthma meds. I talk Ventolin, Seretide and Montelukast. I describe the difference between the inhalers, such as: which is curative and which... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Raise Your Glasses to Mr. Montelukast!Disclaimer (Updated July 19, 2022 - 12:56 PM ET):Singulair has a boxed warning, the strictest warning from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It has this warning because it... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments25 comments
Steroids, Salt, and My Delectable Moon FaceOne of the worst things about spending my whole life taking steroids is managing the side effects. It has been nothing short of complete misery! I have a high propensity... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Eating Smart May Help With Your AsthmaFor the last few years, I have been eating a high-fiber diet with the view of eating cleaner to help with my eczema. However, I am learning that eating a... By Peter BuntingBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments