My Opinion of Many Asthma InhalersWe asthma experts often say that finding what asthma inhalers work best for you is a matter of trial and error. This is true even for us asthma experts who... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments28 comments
What is Allergic Asthma?The most common subtype of asthma is allergic asthma or extrinsic asthma. Having this means you have a double whammy of allergies and asthma, and controlling one means controlling the... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Asthma Is Not a "One Size Fits All" DiseaseThere are many different types of asthma. When a person is diagnosed with asthma, they often have many questions about the disease and are oftentimes unaware that there are several... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Don't Be a "Hider"I have a confession to make. For as long as I can remember I've been a "hider" when it comes to my asthma. I take my inhalers and medications away... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
"Why Did You Become A Respiratory Therapist?"One of my favorite questions to be asked when I'm working in the hospital is, "Why did you become a respiratory therapist?" I get asked this often. Almost daily. I... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
The Asthma-Friendly Kitchen: Low-Inflammatory IngredientsFor the last few years I have been combining my two passions; educating people with asthma to better take care of their disease, and my love of cooking and sharing... By Lorene Alba, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
10 Things Not To Say To Someone Living With AsthmaAs I contemplate four and a half decades' worth of asthma memories, there are some quotes that come to mind. These are actually quoted from people in my life and... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments35 comments
Asthma on the Road: Hotel TriggersLike fitness centers, I’m well aware that pretty much wherever I may opt to spend the night when I’m on the road, asthma triggers will probably enter the equation. Unlike... By Kerri MacKay4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Does A Respiratory Therapist Do?I am a respiratory therapist. I became acclimated to this profession after meeting many respiratory therapists as an asthmatic child during the 1980s. My perception was they were caring people... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Let's Talk Peak Flows & Peak Flow MetersPeak expiratory flow rate (or PEFR) measures how fast a person can exhale (blow out). Peak flows can be one of the most valuable tools an asthmatic has to monitor... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Asthma and Exercise: Elite Athletes with Asthma: Anti-Doping and Fair PlayAsthma doesn’t have to stop you from competing in sports at an elite level. While statistics are variable within sports, and competition years (and seasons!), in 2004, 4.6% of athletes... By Kerri MacKay5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Severe AsthmaAround 5% of people with asthma have what is called severe asthma. A person with this type of asthma has trouble breathing almost all of the time, as well as... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Ask The Advocates: Remembering To Take Your MedicationCommunity Question: Are there any tips on remembering when to take asthma medication? We asked our advocate team of respiratory therapists and asthma educators, and this is what they said:... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Different Diagnostic Tests for AsthmaDiagnosing asthma is a process that involves several steps. First, your healthcare provider will ask you to describe all of your symptoms. This includes how often the symptoms occur, when... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Asthma and HospitalizationSometime people with asthma need treatment in the hospital. This can happen if you have an asthma attack that has very severe symptoms, and you need emergency care to treat... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Remembering Your MedicationsAs a person with asthma who also has ADHD, I am probably the best/worst person to give advice about how to take your medication (after all, I’m writing this after... By Kerri MacKay2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Peak Flow - ExplainedPeak flow measurements are one of those things that long-time lungers mostly-hate. So, while a lot of literature floats around the Web about checking your peak flows, your doctor may... By Kerri MacKay4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Asthma Action PlansEveryone living with asthma should have a complete, up-to-date Asthma Action Plan. It is a written document that lays out your detailed plan for controlling your asthma. They key parts... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lung Function TestsLung function tests are important tools that healthcare providers use during the process of diagnosing a person with asthma. Lung function tests are also called “pulmonary function tests.” These tests... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments