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One of the most terrifying experiences that I have endured, as an asthmatic, was a collapsed lung. A collapsed lung or, ‘pneumothorax' is something that we are more at risk...

Times of exacerbation or worsening asthma truly sucks. This summer, I had a loss of asthma control, this was likely due to my current treatment no longer being effective and...

Today, I had one of those feelings that I have not had in quite some time. An asthma attack. But wait - could I still recognize all the signs? It...

Medical professionals often use words that the general public doesn’t understand. Words that have become second nature to us sound like complete gibberish to others. You have more than likely...

My severe asthma journey took on many wild twists and tales. Receiving and asthma diagnosis was an adventure, and there were a lot of diagnostics that went into it. I specifically...

I sat, indulging in some fresh coffee at a local roaster; the smell of chocolate, and freshly roasted coffee cooling in the ocean breeze. As I worked away on my...

It can sometimes be hard to navigate a traditional work environment, whatever that may be for you, with asthma or other chronic illnesses. While this article may resonate more with...

Before I began dating someone with asthma, I did not have much experience with it. I knew a few people in elementary school who had it, and one of my...

Yoga can be a wonderful way to connect to your body and breath. Since I started practicing yoga, I have lessened my anxiety and become strongly connected to my body...

What do you think of when you hear the word “steroids?” For people without lung disease or breathing difficulties they more than likely think of anabolic steroids which are the...

Many people with asthma use nebulizers. Along with inhalers, they are a viable way of inhaling respiratory medicines. Unlike in the past, there are many types of nebulizers to choose...

I was just chatting with a neighbor about allergies and asthma, and he asked, "What's the worst time of year for you with allergies?" My answer was, "Uhhhh... all year...

As a life-long asthmatic, I have experienced lung pain since childhood in various severities, circumstances and symptoms. My lungs have felt most the sensations I imagine they can feel and...

The way you are told about an asthma diagnosis can dictate your outlook on your disease. In my experience, this can either inspire the creation of spirited and engaged patients...

I’m just going to say it, health insurance companies can be incredibly frustrating! There are so many different health insurance companies and they all have different policies, requirements, and coverage. ...

Bugs generally like me, which is unfortunate because I don’t really enjoy them. I also seem to have (comparatively) overzealous reactions to even things like mosquito bites, compared to the...

We have come a very long way from early nebulizers. The very first nebulizer was invented in 1864 in Germany and it was steam-driven and turned the liquid medication into...

I am not one of those people who hates unproductive time. I have just spent the last 3 hours of this fine (rainy) Sunday morning watching Try Guys videos, and...

Up until two and a half years ago, I had zero experience with rural healthcare. I spent my entire life in the big city with access to anything and everything...

Everyone with asthma should have a rescue or quick-relief inhaler (or access to a nebulizer) at all times. We never know when we are going to come in contact with...