Community Views: Strange Symptoms of AsthmaLiving with asthma means regularly struggling to breathe easily. Shortness of breath, chest tightness, and wheezing are common symptoms. Asthma can come...reactionscomments
The Wrong Way vs. the Right Way to Accommodate My Asthma TriggerI was exposed to the same asthma trigger in two different settings. Below is the story of how differently the situations were...reactionscomments
Growing Up With Asthma In The 1970s And 1980s: Part 1Mom says I was diagnosed with asthma when I was 2 years old. So, that means I was diagnosed in 1972, which...reactions6comments
Prepping Kids for CollegeSending kids to college has always been REALLY hard for me. I am not one of those moms who is excited when...reactions2comments
This or That: Asthma EditionEvery person is different, and asthma is not the same for everyone. This means that people in our community likely have different...reactionscomments
Flu, RSV, and COVID-19: Differences Between 3 Respiratory InfectionsThe flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and COVID-19 are all contagious respiratory infections that affect the nose, throat, and lungs. They affect...reactions2comments
Understanding Vaccine RecommendationsEvery year, vaccines help save millions of lives. Vaccines work with our body’s natural defenses to create an immune response to a...reactions11comments
Sometimes, You Just Have to LaughLiving with asthma is no walk in the park. There is not a single day that asthma does not impact me in...reactions2comments
Respiratory Infections 101Respiratory infections affect the nose, sinuses, throat, and airways. These infections can cause symptoms such as congestion, cough, and shortness of breath...reactionscomments
Asthma VictoriesI have had asthma for nearly 20 years now. I developed it in my late teens and it has progressively gotten worse...reactions10comments
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV): The BasicsRespiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that causes cold-like symptoms such as runny nose, cough, congestion, and shortness of...reactions11comments
My Humble Advice for Asthma DoctorsHere’s my humble advice for any doctor who manages asthma patients. This is based on my own experiences over the years. It’s...reactions9comments
I Have Dibs on Room Parent!Every year when my kids were little, I would try to be the first one at Back to School Night so I...reactionscomments
That Time It Wasn't My AsthmaA few years ago, I took a pretty hard fall. On the way down, I managed to sprain and break my ankle...reactions12comments
How Do You Describe That?Have you ever sat down to send a communication to your healthcare team and were unsure how exactly to describe your asthma...reactions3comments
The Scariest MomentWorking toward a BFA in dance, I had one of the worst experiences of my life. This eye-opening event reformed my view...reactions4comments
Community Shares: Dealing With Viral Respiratory InfectionsWhen it comes to viral respiratory infections, there’s no shortage of germs out there – from the common cold, to the flu...reactions7comments
5 Things I Need From My DoctorsGoing to the doctor’s office is always stressful for me. Here are five things I want my asthma doctors to understand about...reactions8comments
How Does It Really Feel?People with asthma are probably familiar with the question, "What are your symptoms?" I usually retort off the general names: shortness of...reactions7comments
Do You Have an Asthma-Friendly Job? Most people living with asthma today are able to obtain good asthma control. My definition of good asthma control is being able...reactions27comments
