The Late Phase Asthma Attack...Earlier I explained how asthma is an abnormal immune response. I showed how this abnormal immune response makes your body sensitized to...reactionscomments
What Is It?...I was diagnosed with asthma in 2007 after a positive bronchial challenge test. My only symptom is constant, and I mean CONSTANT...reactionscomments
The Effects of Chocolate on Asthma (or Reasons to Consume Chocolate)...I’m going to give you an excuse to consume some more chocolate. Worded another way, I’m going to teach you the effects...reactions20comments
Catching My Breath...Global temperatures seem to be on the rise. We are seeing more frequent and extreme weather, and that could be a concern...reactions6comments
Crafting with Asthma...Not long after the pandemic started, I got bored of the limited activities I had access to inside of my apartment. I...reactionscomments
Singular/Montelukast: Not Just For Asthma (Part 1)...Disclaimer (Updated July 26, 2022 - 3:00 PM ET):Singulair has a boxed warning, the strictest warning from the US Food and Drug...reactions5comments
Singulair/Montelukast: Not just for asthma? Part 2...As I wrote previously, for whatever reason, I suck at keeping up with my nasal corticosteroids. But I do take pills as...reactionscomments
The Art of Learning if a Medicine is Working...Ever wonder if an asthma medicine is working for you? This was the topic of a discussion I had today with an...reactions3comments
Community Views: Singulair Experiences...Singulair, also known as montelukast, is one of those asthma meds you either love or hate. It is an immunosuppressant, reduces inflammation...reactions20comments
Asthma and Torso Injury...Hi everyone, it's been a while since I was last on Asthma.net, but during that time I have learned a huge amount...reactionscomments
30 Asthma-Related Things I Am Thankful For...Disclaimer (Updated July 25, 2022 - 3:40 PM ET):Singulair has a boxed warning, the strictest warning from the US Food and Drug...reactions5comments
Things Not to Say to an Asthmatic: Third Edition...When this site started I made a list of “Things Not To Say To An Asthmatic.” A few years later I updated...reactions49comments
Second (and Third...and Fourth...) Opinions...My asthma journey has been quite the adventure. Though I was not diagnosed until a little over five years ago, my lungs...reactions32comments
Limitations on Driving With Asthma?...I was annoyed when I opened my mailbox and had a letter from my state’s Driver’s License Division. I know what you...reactions19comments
Raise Your Glasses to Mr. Montelukast!...Disclaimer (Updated July 19, 2022 - 12:56 PM ET):Singulair has a boxed warning, the strictest warning from the US Food and Drug...reactions25comments
Mindful Breathing Makes Me Anxious...Like many people during the pandemic, I turned to Zoom for connecting with family, enjoying virtual knitting meetups, and starting a new...reactions14comments
The Good Doctor...Finding a good doctor can be one of the most difficult tasks when dealing with a chronic condition like asthma. Asthmatics with...reactionscomments
Asthma Has A Mind Of Its Own...I am now 72 and was diagnosed with adult-onset asthma about 20 years ago. I also have reflux (apparently it is controlled)...reactions9comments
Quercetin and Asthma...Walking through the vitamin and supplement section of a health food store can be a fascinating and educational experience. Sometimes I surprise...reactions4comments
Six Month Follow-Up Appointment Time...Have you ever had one of those appointments that completely slips your mind till it is just a matter of days away?...reactionscomments
