Covid and low oxygen ...Hi I got covid and when I lay down my oxygen has been low on my back t0 91 and 92 Covid negative went to urgent care chedt xrsy no...reactions2repliesAwareness
Triggers during the Christmas holidays...I have extreme allergies and asthma to more plants, some animals, insects and some medications than I can describe here. One holiday plant that is always everywhere I go is...reactions1replyAllergies
Christmas trees...When I was younger we had a real Christmas tree and we had to get it out of the house because of my asthma and being allergic to real Christmas...reactions2replies
Allergic to pine?...First year of marriage my mother in law bought an artificial tree because of my allergies. But then sprayed it with pine scent. Ugg...reactions3repliesTriggers
What Was the Best Asthma-Friendly Gift You Have Ever Received?...During the holiday season, people may be gathering together or sharing their gratitude for one another with a gift. Sometimes, however, gifts that are trendy and thoughtful for some may...reactionscomments
Snorkeling and asthma...I will be going to Aruba in January. My daughter would like me to go snorkeling. She went snorkeling in Aruba last year and told me that the currents can...reactions2replies
Any suggestions for N95 Masks for Asthmatics?...I struggle with breathing with the masks on (I start to panic that I'm not getting enough air, and that sets off an attack). Has anyone had any experience with...reactions6repliesTravelTips & Advice
Cough variant asthma...I find that many times my asthma is triggered by chemicals. New clothing, new furniture, rugs, etc. are all potential triggers for me, but lesser so than in years past...reactions1replyTriggersInhalersSide Effects
Inhaler and Capsules or Tablets...Can Asthma be controlled by tablets or capsules alone without using inhaler? If so, what are the recommended medicine tablet or capsule names?...reactions3replies
dry mouth and asthma...I was studying the problem with dry mouth and came across that dry mouth and asthma are associated . My solution is to put a tube in a persons nose...reactions4replies
Enter to Win: Asthma-Friendly Holiday Gift Giveaway - Now Closed...The Asthma-Friendly Holiday Gift Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! 'Tis the season for a giveaway! For people living with asthma, some popular holiday gifts can be...reactions6comments
What Was My Biggest Asthma Win?...I was recently asked the question: What was my biggest asthma win? I have had this disease for over half a century. I would have to say that there have...reactions18comments
Asthma-Friendly Holiday Gifts...The holiday season can be a tricky time for people living with asthma. Some popular gifts can be triggering, including scented candles and bath products, plants and flowers, and knick-knacks...reactions143repliesTriggersTips & AdviceFriends & Family
"Done, No Problem!" Why Isn't Getting Asthma Care Always This Efficient?...There are some things I am like a broken record about. Forgetting to take my nasal sprays, why the heck are people using fax machines STILL, and why don't they...reactions1comment
Have you ever discussed struggling with asthma with people who don't have it?...Have you ever talked about struggling with your asthma with non asthmatic folks? Maybe you have, only to be met with answers like: "It's just the season." "This season is...reactions34repliesFriends & FamilyCopingAwareness
Humidity and Asthma (again!)...Oh my word! Have I just been given another wake up call regarding my asthma. The last few months I have had a fairly asthma "free" time. In other words...reactions1reply
Showers and Baths...After I take a long hot shower or bath, I can get very short of breath. Most of the time sitting on the edge of the bath helps, but sometimes...reactions5replies
Maintenance Medication is Critical...Our son Daryl didn't maintain his asthma with maintenance medication and on the evening of November 2 had a severe asthma attack resulting in cardiac arrest. He passed out at...reactions7replies
My Story - Take Asthma Seriously!!!...I was 36 and 7 months pregnant with my last child. It was March and I had just dropped off my oldest son for baseball practice. Walking back to my...reactions2replies
Laughing My Way Into an Asthma Attack...There are countless asthma triggers, and what triggers your asthma can be different from someone else who has asthma. Also, asthma triggers can change over time. One of the weirdest...reactions2comments
