Out of country care...I am recently a returning Canadian from the United States. I've had severe asthma for 50 years and COPD. I must tell you that being in the United States for...reactions1reply
An Asthma Chat with Mum...When I was a child my parents spent a lot of their time taking me to hospital appointments. They looked after me when I had sick days off from school...reactions1comment
Symptoms with higher peak flow...Hi, I was just wondering if any of you have had bad asthma symptoms with a reasonably high peak flow? I am currently working at around 85% (450/530) but I...reactions29replies
Asthma Happiness...What does it take to make a person with asthma happy? For me, the answers are clear. Several times during a typical day, I take in a deep breath. Ahhh, how...reactions16comments
No coughing or wheezing ...Hi is it possible to have asthma attack or asthma in general and have no wheezing or coughing? Last night I had an attack, where my inhalers didn’t work nor...reactions4replies
Asthma in the Workplace...Everyone has a different experience with their asthma and how it impacts their daily life. We often talk about how asthma impacts exercise, and how different foods or allergens can...reactions2comments
Palpitation in asthma ...Which beta blocker is safe in asthmatic patient for palpitation??...reactions1replyAwareness
Seeking Out of Country Care...I have been getting another opinion on my asthma. Every once in a while I toy with “are we missing something," or "is there a different approach?" I question if...reactionscomments
My New Asthma Trigger – Bloating....A few months ago, I was prescribed a new medication to help manage a recently diagnosed chronic condition (like many of you, asthma is not my only challenge). Normally, I...reactions8comments
First Asthma attack...Hey so I'm new to the community. I have had mild asthma during my adult life. Normally it causes me few problems and I only rarely need my reliever inhaler...reactions10repliesCopingFlare-Ups
Hypoallergenic mattress /pillow/duvet covers ...Hi, how effective are these in reducing dust mite problems, could you recommend a product Do thru need to be a fully enclosed zipped cover...reactions1replyAllergies
Aren't You Better Yet?...And...COVID finally got me. I was so smug because I had gone so long without getting it. I am a well-known germaphobe, so that kept me healthy for a long...reactions3comments
Returning flare up, or my imagination?...Round 2! Finally, I had relief from violent coughing fits. From Wednesday last week to Sunday, I progressively got better. I could breath again! Still feel like a pile of...reactions7repliesFlare-UpsCopingTreatment
Inhaler and Tinnitus...I started noticing this consistent buzzing in my ear. It's been up to two weeks. Could it be a result of inhaler usage? My asthma attack has increased as of...reactions9repliesAwarenessAllergiesCoping
How Many Doctors Does It Take?...There are some people with asthma whose illness is pretty straightforward to treat. Maybe your primary care doctor can manage your disease, or you may have to be referred to...reactionscomments
Taking Things One Day at a Time...When I was 13 years old my parents felt that I was old enough to start mowing the lawn at our house. I had done chores around the house and...reactionscomments
Did I Pack Enough?...One of my biggest anxieties with asthma is making sure I have all my medications. There is nothing quite like the anxiety that arises when you realize you do not...reactions11comments
Cocoa...I did some research after investigating what can help with asthma. I am a chronic asthmatic, had two respiratory events, and am desperate for relief. I came across a case...reactionscomments
Doctors recommend masking indoors...I had recent appts with my PCP and also my allergist. Both strongly recommended that I wear my mask indoors with other people. I asked why do many older people...reactions12replies
Asthma Exacerbation...I have been lucky enough to only have had 3 extremely bad (to me! Lol) flares. I have had cough variant asthma all my life. I was only diagnosed officially...reactions4repliesCopingFlare-UpsMental Health
