Over the Counter Primatene Mist - A Solution or a Danger?Primatene mist recently returned to pharmacy shelves as an over-the-counter (OTC) inhaler. Many asthmatics were elated by this news. But health care...reactions15comments
How Long Do I Wait Between Inhaler Uses?When you are having symptoms of an asthma attack, focusing on proper inhaler technique might not be the first thing you think...reactions9comments
SABAs (Short-Acting Beta Agonists) for AsthmaIf you have asthma, it is likely that you use a rescue inhaler. Rescue inhalers contain a drug from a group called...reactions4comments
Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)Even for people who have been living with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) for years, the condition can present challenges at any time. New...reactionscomments
Diet Management for Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)In people with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), inflammation causes damage to the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the...reactionscomments
Is It Eosinophilic Esophagitis(EoE) or Reflux?Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a condition that affects the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube that moves food from your mouth to...reactionscomments
What Is Eosinophilic Esophagitis?Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic immune system condition that affects the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube that sends food from...reactions4comments
Are Anxiety And Depression Connected To Asthma Control?Asthma is a complex, chronic illness that can affect both the body and the mind. Coughing, shortness of breath, and wheezing are...reactions4comments
What Is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)?Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that can form in a deep vein. It usually occurs in the legs but...reactionscomments
The Connection Between Hormones and AsthmaEstrogen and testosterone are 2 types of sex hormones. Sex hormones are involved in more than just puberty. They can also affect...reactionscomments
The Impact of Wildfires on People with AsthmaWhat makes its way into the air we breathe concerns most, if not all of us. Airborne viruses that cause illness remain...reactionscomments
Asthma and Nontuberculous Mycobacterial (NTM) Lung DiseaseAs of 2021, more than 86,000 people in the United States are likely living with nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung disease. Plus, the...reactions18comments
Asthma, Allergies, and Migraines: What is the Connection?If you have asthma, you may likely experience some allergies as well. Seven in 10 people who have asthma have at least...reactions1comment
Asthma Inhalers and Dental HealthIf you were asked to make a list of the people on your asthma healthcare team, it might include your family doctor...reactions24comments
What Is the Asthma Triad (Samter’s Triad)?The asthma triad is also called Samter’s triad or aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease (AERD). It consists of 3 conditions that happen together: Symptoms...reactions5comments
What Are Biologics, and Can They Be Used to Treat Asthma?Biologic drugs are protein-based medical therapies, which are made from living cells. Biologic drugs can come from human, animal, or bacterial cells...reactionscomments
What Is Medical Gaslighting?If you have ever felt dismissed by a doctor, you may have experienced a type of bias (prejudice) called medical gaslighting. Medical...reactionscomments
Will I Need to Pay to Be in a Clinical Trial?Clinical trials can provide an opportunity for patients to receive the latest treatment, provide a new treatment option for those whose previous...reactionscomments
Healthcare Obstacles & the LGBTQ+ CommunityEditor’s Note: LGBTQ+ stands for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer. To learn more about gender identity, check...reactionscomments
What Is Cystic Fibrosis?Cystic fibrosis is another chronic lung disease. Its symptoms may mimic asthma symptoms. Sometimes it occurs alongside asthma. So, what is cystic...reactionscomments
