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
Adults Have Asthma, Too!Since becoming an "adult" (in quotations since at this age I still feel very much like a child), I have quickly come...reactions1comment
My Experience With Asthma ItchWhen it comes to the asthma itch, there is one day that stands out in my mind. It was a cool spring...reactions11comments
Avoiding Thrush: Swish and SpitIn the ongoing saga of my life, my husband is teasing my college-aged daughter. Again. Most dads are experts at telling dad...reactionscomments
Two Ways Having Childhood-Onset Asthma Affects My Adult LifeAs with many in this community, I was diagnosed with asthma at a very young age. My mom said I was diagnosed...reactions8comments
A Welcome ReprieveI have pretty severe asthma. To the point that it is hard not to think about it on a daily basis. I...reactions1comment
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
"Do Nothing and Live With It": Confronting New Normals of Living with Severe AsthmaAfter a recent appointment, my heart felt broken. I had lots to be happy about. I was mostly stable, even after a...reactions22comments
"Fast is Slow, Slow is Fast"I learned how to sew well over twenty years ago. I took a sewing class as part of the home-ec rotation when...reactions6comments
Quality of Life (In a Different Sense)When dealing with chronic conditions like asthma, a buzzword (or phrase) is quality of life. My doctor's appointments have not been unique...reactionscomments
Ever Poorly Plan a Trip Away From Home? Yes, I should have known better. I went on a trip across the state, and all I brought with me was the...reactions3comments
Special Effect Fog Causing an Asthma AttackSince my kids are all adults and they do not really need anything for Christmas, we decided to take a trip to...reactions3comments
Dealing With the Cold: Eye and Chest Allergies Are Attacking!If I was in a position to spend six months in a warmer climate and then return to my home during the...reactionscomments
My Asthma Action Plan Is... In My Head?I was scrolling through some asthma topics recently and asthma action plans came up. An asthma action plan is just what it...reactionscomments
My Top 3 Asthma FearsI have been living with asthma for over 30 years. During this time, I have learned most of what I need to...reactionscomments
A New Year, What a Hazard: A Few Tips on Fireworks and AsthmaIn the past, we have resided in a small city, where fireworks were well-controlled by public services. There would be the occasional...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
Can I Just Get Some Sleep?I don't know about you, but I'm tired. It could be the whole college student thing or maybe living with chronic illnesses...reactions7comments
Changing My Asthma Action PlanMy pulmonologist, aka The Good Doctor, and I came up with an asthma action plan many years ago. It’s fairly straightforward— if...reactions5comments
Cold Air and Asthma“Every mile is two in winter”- George Herbert This morning, the outside temperature here was negative 5 degrees Celsius. I woke up...reactions13comments