ThatCapsGuy12
"Does anyone get jittery and shaky before attacks? I noticed I started getting shaky before I had them I am still learning which ones warrant ERs and Urgent care I am getting an Apple watch for pulse ox and fall detection this week though."
Hi
- thanks for your post and question - it's a good one! I am hopeful others in the community will see your question and respond by sharing their own personal anecdotal experiences.
I have something to contribute as well. As a clinician caring for patients for many years (as well as being a long-standing asthmatic), I can tell you there are various different 'signals' that telegraph an impending asthma attack for folks living with the disease. Some folks feel an itch in various parts of their bodies, others may have a '6th' sense that an asthma episode is impending. There are almost as many ways to tell as there are patients. In your case, it seems to be feeling jittery and shaky. What I find to be interesting is that you are actually learning to be able to sense the severity of the coming episode.
I think any adjunct that you may feel is helpful for you, will be worthwhile to get. Please do check back and let us know how you are doing with the new watch.
All the best,
Leon L (author/moderator asthma.net)Something to consider if you haven't already -- do you have an "asthma action plan"? This would be something you and your doctor come up with together to determine what you would do, and in what order, if you have an attack. For example, they might suggest what order to use your medications in, how long to wait between each dose, and how to proceed if it's not helping. Having a plan in place can help you to use the data you get from your watch in the most efficient way.
Here's an article that explains in more detail:https://asthma.net/coping/asthma-action-plan
I give you credit for trying to learn all you can and working hard to stay safe. I hope we can continue to help you in that process. Take care! -Melissa, asthma team
"tired. But optimistic. had 2 asthma attacks today, getting ready to move so cleaning probably triggered them."
- it's wonderful you are continuing to post updates and interact here in our community. I'm sorry to hear that you've had to deal with asthma attacks today, especially with the added stress of eventually moving your homestead. It's understandable you feel tired, particularly after such a challenging day; it can be incredibly overwhelming and exhausting. I moved 10 months ago, and I feel as if I am just getting my energy back and feeling settled. It's positive to hear that despite the difficulties, you're maintaining a sense of optimism. It sounds as if you are taking adequate breaks and listening to your body's needs, especially with your asthma triggers in mind. Sending you thoughts of health and wellbeing as you take on this move. Thoughtfully, Rebecca (team member) Hi! I just wanted to check in and see how you're doing -- physically and with the move. Hopefully you've been taking good care of yourself and haven't had any more issues. I thought you might enjoy reading the experiences our
had a while back -- he, too, had a lot of asthma triggers while packing up and moving. You'll probably find it relatable. It's in 2 parts:
https://asthma.net/living/moving-packing
https://asthma.net/living/moving-triggersAll the best to you in your new place! Keep us posted. -Melissa, asthma team