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...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...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...reactionscomments
Sneezing...I am 86. But a lot of years ago, maybe when I was 9 or 10, I learned to sneeze in a...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...reactions3replies
Do Swimming Pools Trigger Asthma?...Most people spend time in or around chlorinated swimming pools during summer. It’s like a modern staple of vacations and warm summer...reactionscomments
Does a full moon affect your asthma?...As the full moon approaches on July 27th, do you feel it will have an impact on your asthma?...reactions2replies
