Juggling the Pharmacy StuffNone of my asthma inhalers "align" anymore - never mind my other prescriptions. One is 2 puffs a day and has 60 puffs, one is 3 puffs a day and... By Kerri MacKay2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
An Asthmatic Christmas StorySeveral holiday seasons ago I wrote an article about a terrible asthma episode I had while traveling to Michigan to be with family for Christmas. It was a really difficult... By Samuel Taylor4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Community Views: Xolair ExperiencesXolair is an asthma biologic given by injection. It is prescribed for people with uncontrolled moderate to severe allergic asthma. It can also be used to treat people affected by... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
When a Follow-Up Appointment Leaves You Feeling UnsureDid you ever have one of those appointments where you just were not sure what to feel and then when you left you were having all the feelings afterward? This... By Dia SWS3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Swapping ChoresWhen my kids were first diagnosed with asthma almost 22 years ago, it was a steep learning curve for us. We had no idea about all of the environmental triggers... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 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 Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
My Experience With Asthma And COVIDMy regular readers know I’m a lifetime asthmatic. I am also a respiratory therapist (RT), meaning I work on the front lines during this COVID Pandemic. It was quite nerve-wracking... By John Bottrell, RRT5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Exercising While Managing AsthmaIt’s a scary thought, isn’t it? Thinking about getting back into exercise when you haven’t done it for so long because your asthma wouldn’t allow you to? With some grit... By Nicola Saunders3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Am I Overreacting?I was listening to a frustrated mom in my Asthma Home Visit Program. Her child had been very sick and had symptoms of an asthma emergency. She had recorded her... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Community Views: Breo Ellipta ExperiencesBreo Ellipta is a combination inhaler of 2 drugs used as an asthma treatment for those whose asthma is not well controlled by an inhaled corticosteroid alone. Breo comes in... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Oral Thrush and Inhalers: What You Should KnowI get along really well with my primary healthcare provider, and most of our visits are light and filled with laughter. But there’s one part of my annual wellness exam... By Becky Greiner3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
30 Asthma-Related Things I Am Thankful ForDisclaimer (Updated July 25, 2022 - 3:40 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 John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
How To Not Be Overbearing Towards Someone With Asthma"You sound bad, I think you should use your inhaler." Has a loved one, friend, or possibly a coworker said these words to you before? You know it is coming... By Ashlen Wilder3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Community Views: Asthma-Friendly ExercisesFinding activities that do not make our asthma symptoms worse can be hard, especially for those living with exercise-induced asthma. Although it may take some time to find the right... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments22 comments
What is Caregiver Burnout?I think most of us are feeling burned out now. I mean...we're still in a pandemic that has changed jobs, homes, schools, and families. But I’m talking about a different... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 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 Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Combining Households and Pets: Can My Asthma Handle It?Recently, my partner and I made a huge decision - we moved in together, after four years of dating. I feel ready emotionally and spiritually, but the uncertainty revolves around... By Becky Greiner3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
What Is An ENT? We often talk about asthma specialists on this site. The two most common types of asthma specialists noted are allergists and pulmonologists. Yet, another type of asthma specialist is an... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
As The Seasons ChangeIt’s the time of year when the temperatures start to drop and there is that telltale crisp feeling in the morning air. The leaves start to change and before you... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Community Views: Prednisone Side EffectsPrednisone is a corticosteroid that suppresses the immune system and is used to treat asthma attacks and flare-ups. Although prednisone can help keep our asthma under control when it starts... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments