Pulmonologist or Asthma Specialist?...What's the difference between a pulmonologist and an allergy and asthma specialist? An allergy and asthma specialist is a doctor that specializes...reactions8comments
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
Asthma Specialists...Many doctors may help you manage your asthma. Primary care doctors are usually the first to diagnose asthma. If your asthma is...
What Is An ENT? ...We often talk about asthma specialists on this site. The two most common types of asthma specialists noted are allergists and pulmonologists...reactions2comments
Seeing An Ear, Nose, And Throat Specialist For Asthma...If you have asthma, an ear, nose, and throat specialist can be an important part of your care team. Also known as...reactions5comments
History of Asthma (Part 3): Nebulizers and Inhalers...It's pretty impressive how far asthma medications have come since ancient times. I spoke of many ancient remedies and treatments in part...reactions3comments
Nebulizer Systems: Everything You Need To Know...I have had my own nebulizer since 1985, and have doled them out to patients since 1995. So, I guess that makes...reactions43comments
Asthma Toolbox: Portable Nebulizer...What kind of tools are in your asthma toolbox? Check out this video to see if this portable nebulizer is something you...reactions3comments
Pros and Cons of Portable Nebulizers for Asthma...We have come a very long way from early nebulizers. The first electrical nebulizer was invented in 1930. At that time, the...reactions20comments
Ragweed Allergies and Asthma: Beware of This Common Sweetener...My friend Lynne recently posted on Facebook that she found herself having significant allergy symptoms after consuming protein shakes sweetened with stevia...reactions6comments
Food Chemicals That May Cause Asthma Symptoms...Sometimes food allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities may act as triggers for asthma attacks. Common food allergies include dairy, gluten, shellfish, nuts, and...reactionscomments
Join the Conversation: Popular Forums on Environmental Asthma Triggers...For several years, the forums section of Asthma.net has been a place to read conversations, start discussions, and connect with others about...reactionscomments
Take the Allergies In America Survey!...The Allergies In America survey is now closed! More than 50 million Americans are living with allergies. Allergens can take shape in...reactionscomments
Literal Hay Allergy: Digging for Details!...Recently, the five-year-old son in the family I work with went on his first field trip. He had a great time at...reactions13comments
Hay Fever (Allergic Rhinitis)...Hay fever is a common comorbidity of asthma. It is characterized as an inflammatory condition that causes symptoms of the nose, such...
Asthma 101: A Guide to Educate and Spread Awareness...If you live with asthma, you may have tried to explain to friends, loved ones, caregivers, or other people in your life...reactions3comments
Asthma Subgroups: The 4 Types of Airway Inflammation...It is now understood that all asthmatics have some degree of chronic (it's always there) underlying airway inflammation. While it was once...reactionscomments
What Causes Asthma?...Asthma is a common chronic airway condition that leads to respiratory symptoms. It involves an immune response called airway inflammation. This leads...
My Opinion About Asthma Severity, Staging, and Control...Prior to the launch of this website, Health Union conducted a survey of asthmatics, many of whom said they had no idea...reactions12comments
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