FeNO Testing and Asthma...There is a test that can be done to quantitatively measure inflammation in the lungs in those with eosinophilic/allergic asthma, as well...reactions2comments
What Is Bronchiectasis?...Bronchiectasis is another lung disease. Sometimes it’s symptoms may mimic asthma. Sometimes it occurs along with asthma. So, what is bronchiectasis? Here’s...reactions5comments
I Have Dibs on Room Parent!...Every year when my kids were little, I would try to be the first one at Back to School Night so I...reactionscomments
Asthma and COVID-19...Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with...reactionscomments
Is There a Connection Between Dehydration and Asthma?...Asthma.net asked our team of respiratory therapists and asthma educators, "Is there a connection between dehydration and asthma?" Here are some of...reactionscomments
How Do You Describe That?...Have you ever sat down to send a communication to your healthcare team and were unsure how exactly to describe your asthma...reactions3comments
Asthma and Airlines...Recently, I did an article about preparing for your travel on an airline and having asthma. As much as I thought I...reactions9comments
Wearing Masks With Asthma...As the COVID-19 pandemic continues and the number of cases has been fluctuating, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends...reactionscomments
The Scariest Moment...Working toward a BFA in dance, I had one of the worst experiences of my life. This eye-opening event reformed my view...reactions4comments
FDA Requires Stronger Warnings on Singulair and Generic Montelukast...On March 4, 2020 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it would be strengthening the warning regarding the risk for...reactions3comments
How I Broke a Rib From a Coughing Attack...In November of 1989, I was hospitalized with asthmatic bronchitis. My GP had been trying to treat it for weeks and finally...reactions1comment
Asthma is NOT All in Your Head!...One of the most frustrating things an asthmatic might be told is “it’s all in your head.” Nothing is more demeaning than...reactions13comments
5 Things I Need From My Doctors...Going to the doctor’s office is always stressful for me. Here are five things I want my asthma doctors to understand about...reactions8comments
Coughing While Eating?...It was only in the past couple of years that I realised I was pretty much coughing during and after eating meals...reactions1comment
Dreaming On Singulair...Recently, I’ve been having rather vivid dreams. I wake up and can remember them with clarity but I don’t remember many of...reactions17comments
Don’t Ignore The Early Warning Signs!...Asthma is not a one-size-fits-all disease. Not all asthma is the same. What sets my asthma off might not bother yours at...reactions12comments
Dogs and Asthma: Should You or Shouldn't You Have One?...If you have the allergic type of asthma, you may have been told you shouldn't have a dog. That's a hard pill...reactionscomments
Does Your Skin Color Affect An Oxygen Monitor?...As an asthma nerd, I am always trying keep up on the latest happenings in the asthma world. Even after 21 years...reactions3comments
Do You Have an Asthma-Friendly Job? ...Most people living with asthma today are able to obtain good asthma control. My definition of good asthma control is being able...reactions27comments
Sputum Sample Do Over...Living with asthma always feels like an adventure. I have to admit that I have felt out of practice with the bumps...reactions2comments
