What type of fask mask is suitable for people living in zones of yellow or orange air quality?...Airnow.gov rates air all over the USA and lately due to the California wildfire particulates spreading around MORE than California many of us are thinking about wearing masks. Any recommendations...reactions2replies
Silent Asthma: What You Need to Know...We had a request from our readers for more information about "silent asthma." I was not real familiar with that term, so I went to the internet to find out...reactions40comments
Those of you who have asthma have you had mucus plugs?...If so, what has helped you in dealing with excess mucus and mucus plugs? Thank you....reactions2replies
Smoothies: Refreshing, or an Asthma Trigger?...The Hubster and I stopped for a bite to eat at a sandwich shop, and I couldn’t resist their special - a tropical flavored smoothie. With temperatures outside near 98...reactionscomments
Triggered by my Triggers...An asthma trigger is anything that causes your asthma to act up. There are many different things that can be considered an asthma trigger and each person will have their...reactionscomments
The Emotional Toll of Chronic Illness...Trigger WarningThe content includes information related to mental and emotional distress and it might be upsetting to some people. If you or someone you know have thoughts of suicide, have...reactionscomments
Sneezing...I am 86. But a lot of years ago, maybe when I was 9 or 10, I learned to sneeze in a certain way. The normal sneeze would trigger an...reactions1comment
Bonfires: An Asthmatics Worst Nightmare...Now that summer is in full swing, depending on where you live, you might be counting down the days until fall when the weather will begin to cool down. Cool...reactions20comments
A Paper-Chase for Patients...A glossy insert slides out of the Weekend USA Today as I opened it to skim the news and lifestyle sections on my Amtrak home from vacation. The title font...reactions1comment
Is anyone's asthma worse before menstrual period?...My asthma seems to get worse 4 or 5 days before my period. I can literally count the days on my calendar and know when I'll start having difficulty. Does...reactions3replies
Seven (Plus!) Quick Physical Activity Ideas You Can Do Right Now...Even though I know it makes me feel good, and even though I have an entire degree in the subject, exercise is still one of those things that I struggle...reactionscomments
Asthma Attacks and Hospitalizations...Finally home after my latest hospital admission. It’s been a rough few weeks and this latest episode has left me with more questions than answers. I’ve now managed to update...reactions1replyHealthcare Team
How long should I wait?...I'm currently experiencing an asthma exacerbation, for about 3 weeks now. I have been advised by my doctor to increase to a higher dose of preventer. I was denied oral...reactions3replies
Does anyone else have issues with Prednisolone, Cortisol and Asthma?...I respond well to Prednisolone. Dr. does suggest that - when I have an asthma attack - I am ‘deficient’ in Cortisol (and that Prednisolone increases my Cortisol)? Or, does...reactions3replies
Why Do Only Some People Get Asthma?...The question of all questions. Why is it that only some people develop asthma and allergies? Why don’t we all develop these annoying ailments? According to one educated guess, the...reactionscomments
Why do I feel ill everyday?...New to allergies and asthma. Recently diagnosed. Aches nauseous fatigue coughing non-stop....reactions2replies
Didn’t You Know Your Severity?...The other day I was in the online patient portal for my primary care physician (PCP). I was scheduling an appointment with her for a reason that was totally unrelated...reactionscomments
"Half of This, Half of That"...“The work of being a patient can be a fulfilling part of a person’s life. There are the small triumphs of figuring out how to get through the day without...reactionscomments
How to talk to my friend about asthma and triggers in their home?...I have a wonderful friend of many years, and I go to visit her every six months or so (we don't live near each other). I love her like a...reactions3replies
