What Does "Reversible" Mean When It Comes to Asthma?So, you often hear that asthma is reversible. What does this mean anyway? Here’s what to know. No. There is no cure...reactions1comment
Asthma Symptoms in KidsAsthma is the most common chronic disease of childhood, affecting more than 6 million kids in the United States. Asthma symptoms and...reactionscomments
Differences Between Asthma and COPDAsthma and COPD are similar in many ways. They are also different in many ways. Here is a list of the differences...reactions13comments
Asthma Lexicon: Attacks Versus Flare-UpsSometimes we call them asthma episodes. Sometimes asthma attacks. Sometimes asthma flare-ups. What’s the difference between these three phrases? Here is my...reactions9comments
Past Its Prime, Medication Expiry Dates, Inhaler Inventory and HousekeepingLike most patients, there are a few items in my medicine cabinet that I have been saving for a zombie apocalypse or...reactions4comments
Pulmonologist or Asthma Specialist?What's the difference between a pulmonologist and an allergy and asthma specialist? An allergy and asthma specialist is a doctor that specializes...reactions8comments
Do You Need an Asthma Specialist Involved in Your Care?Most people who have asthma or parents of children with asthma can manage the disease and treatment on their own with just...reactionscomments
What Is An ENT? We often talk about asthma specialists on this site. The two most common types of asthma specialists noted are allergists and pulmonologists...reactions2comments
Seeing An Ear, Nose, And Throat Specialist For AsthmaIf you have asthma, an ear, nose, and throat specialist can be an important part of your care team. Also known as...reactions5comments
History of Asthma (Part 3): Nebulizers and InhalersIt's pretty impressive how far asthma medications have come since ancient times. I spoke of many ancient remedies and treatments in part...reactions3comments
Nebulizer Systems: Everything You Need To KnowI have had my own nebulizer since 1985, and have doled them out to patients since 1995. So, I guess that makes...reactions43comments
Asthma Toolbox: Portable NebulizerWhat kind of tools are in your asthma toolbox? Check out this video to see if this portable nebulizer is something you...reactions3comments
Pros and Cons of Portable Nebulizers for AsthmaWe have come a very long way from early nebulizers. The first electrical nebulizer was invented in 1930. At that time, the...reactions20comments
Ragweed Allergies and Asthma: Beware of This Common SweetenerMy friend Lynne recently posted on Facebook that she found herself having significant allergy symptoms after consuming protein shakes sweetened with stevia...reactions6comments
Food Chemicals That May Cause Asthma SymptomsSometimes food allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities may act as triggers for asthma attacks. Common food allergies include dairy, gluten, shellfish, nuts, and...reactionscomments
Join the Conversation: Popular Forums on Environmental Asthma TriggersFor several years, the forums section of Asthma.net has been a place to read conversations, start discussions, and connect with others about...reactionscomments
Take the Allergies In America Survey!The Allergies In America survey is now closed! More than 50 million Americans are living with allergies. Allergens can take shape in...reactionscomments
Literal Hay Allergy: Digging for Details!Recently, the five-year-old son in the family I work with went on his first field trip. He had a great time at...reactions13comments
Asthma 101: A Guide to Educate and Spread AwarenessIf you live with asthma, you may have tried to explain to friends, loved ones, caregivers, or other people in your life...reactions3comments
Asthma Subgroups: The 4 Types of Airway InflammationIt is now understood that all asthmatics have some degree of chronic (it's always there) underlying airway inflammation. While it was once...reactionscomments
