Asthma and Infertility...I was buzzing through the latest headlines on asthma, one caught my eye: "Asthma Linked To Infertility In Women Who Only Take...reactionscomments
Speaking with Actual Humans...I take stock of my medicines splayed out across the counter, inside a bag, atop a basket containing more medications. For once...reactionscomments
What to Ask at My Pulmonologist Appointment?...Being a Respiratory Therapist, I am on the front lines with people who are really struggling to breathe. Sometimes I am also...reactions6comments
Decisions, Decisions, Decisions...The time was quickly approaching, I was coming to the end of my clinical study and the many questions of what is...reactionscomments
Not Your Usual Asthma Symptoms...When we think of asthma symptoms the following usually comes to mind- wheezing, chest tightness and shortness of breath. Those are the...reactions28comments
Battling an Asthma Episode and Illness When You Live Alone...Currently I am battling a sinus infection, bronchitis and an asthma flare – the trifecta of winter illness. Being sick is hard...reactionscomments
The Truth About Medication Expiration Dates...A few months ago, I pulled a new inhaler out of the pharmacy bag to find this sticker (pictured to the right)...reactions7comments
Severe Asthma: What Is Airway Remodeling?...About 5-10% of asthmatics have what is now understood to be severe asthma. While there are a variety of reasons why someone...reactions3comments
Doubles tennis and pickleball...I am 85 and play the above. Sometimes I use my inhaler before and during and get thru the game. Other times...reactions4repliesExercise
Himalayan Salt Inhaler...About a week or so ago I started using a Himalayan salt inhaler. For my asthma I use 2 puffs of symbicort...reactions2repliesTreatment
Intermittent Fasting and... Asthma?!...On Sunday, my friend and assistant goalball coach was complaining about her current foray into intermittent fasting-the hunger aspect of it. Now...reactions4comments
You’re Too Complicated...A lot of times we look to our healthcare professionals to provide us with valuable information about our health, especially in terms...reactionscomments
I Already Know Everything There is to Know About Asthma...Do you know how many times I hear this? I don’t think ANYONE knows everything there is to know about asthma. Not...reactionscomments
Asthma and COPD...After years with asthma, I wonder what the difference is between COPD and asthma. After years with asthma, it can become not...reactions1replyComorbidities
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
C-c-c-cold Olympic Athletes and Asthma...I'm watching the Olympics from my warm, cozy home and am wondering..... how can the Olympic athletes compete in the freezing cold...reactionscomments
