What Is Bronchiectasis?Bronchiectasis is another lung disease. Sometimes it’s symptoms may mimic asthma. Sometimes it occurs along with asthma. So, what is bronchiectasis? Here’s...reactions5comments
Allergic To Cat Dander? We Have News For You!As an asthma educator, I have people ask me if they can have a cat if they have asthma. Well, it's not...reactions6comments
A Camping With Asthma We Will Go!For my birthday this year, I wanted to go camping to really enjoy the changing colors of the leaves. Still being relatively...reactions3comments
Random Warning Stickers (Part 2) - Medication Storage TemperatureBack in January, I wrote part one of this now apparently a series, May Experience: Random Warning Stickers. Well, we are back...reactions1comment
Collapsed Lungs (Pneumothorax)One of the most terrifying experiences that I have endured, as an asthmatic, was a collapsed lung. A collapsed lung or, ‘pneumothorax'...reactionscomments
The Familiar Asthma CoughTimes of exacerbation or worsening asthma truly sucks. This summer, I had a loss of asthma control, this was likely due to...reactions15comments
Wait, Is This An Asthma Attack?Today, I had one of those feelings that I have not had in quite some time. An asthma attack. But wait -...reactions12comments
Is Your Asthma Causing Lung Sounds?Medical professionals often use words that the general public doesn’t understand. Words that have become second nature to us sound like complete...reactions41comments
Looking Inside: Lung Imaging and Bronchoscopy for AsthmaMy severe asthma journey took on many wild twists and tales. Receiving and asthma diagnosis was an adventure, and there were a lot...reactions3comments
Fragrances and AsthmaI sat, indulging in some fresh coffee at a local roaster; the smell of chocolate, and freshly roasted coffee cooling in the...reactions29comments
Identifying Opportunities with Stability: Finding a Job That Fits Your Health NeedsIt can sometimes be hard to navigate a traditional work environment, whatever that may be for you, with asthma or other chronic...reactionscomments
Changing My Habits To Avoid Environmental Asthma TriggersBefore I began dating someone with asthma, I did not have much experience with it. I knew a few people in elementary...reactions5comments
What Is Cystic Fibrosis?Cystic fibrosis is another chronic lung disease. Its symptoms may mimic asthma symptoms. Sometimes it occurs alongside asthma. So, what is cystic...reactionscomments
Asthma Triggers in a Yoga ClassYoga can be a wonderful way to connect to your body and breath. Since I started practicing yoga, I have lessened my...reactionscomments
Corticosteroids for AsthmaWhat do you think of when you hear the word “steroids?” For people without lung disease or breathing difficulties they more than...reactions21comments
What Types of Nebulizers Are Best For You?Many people with asthma use nebulizers. Along with inhalers, they are a viable way of inhaling respiratory medicines. Unlike in the past...reactions20comments
Common Fall Allergies Many People With Asthma ExperienceI was just chatting with a neighbor about allergies and asthma, and he asked, "What's the worst time of year for you...reactions6comments
My Experience With Lung PainAs a life-long asthmatic, I have experienced lung pain since childhood in various severities, circumstances and symptoms. My lungs have felt most...reactions8comments
Beta Blockers: Are They Safe to Use If You Have Asthma?Traditionally, people with asthma who were on a type of medicine called a beta agonist were cautioned against using a type of...reactionscomments
"So, I Have Asthma?"The way you are told about an asthma diagnosis can dictate your outlook on your disease. In my experience, this can either...reactions3comments
