Asthma Symptoms: Knowing the Difference Between Annoying and Severe...Living with asthma and allergies can present a spectrum of challenges ranging from the mildly bothersome to the downright severe. Let's explore the nuances between the irritating and the genuinely...reactionscomments
Is My Asthma Controlled? Trying a New Medicine...I have long believed my asthma was under control. However, during a recent appointment with my asthma specialist, my doctor asked, "How often do you use your rescue inhaler?" I...reactions27comments
Getting Away to Heal My Body...Content Note: This article contains themes of depression. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page. I really do not know what is...reactionscomments
Breathing ...I have trouble believing when I go up and down stairs. If I walk to fast it happens. I'm very new with asthma....reactions3replies
Can I have an asthma attack and a panic attack at the same time?...I think I had an asthma attack and a panic attack at the same time yesterday. I was feeling very anxious about something. I have already not been feeling well...reactions3repliesTriggers
Riding the medical merry-go-round...I got a cold last spring (about six months ago) and haven't stopped coughing (at least intermittently) for more than a few weeks since then. In the summer, shortly after...reactions1replyFlare-UpsHealthcare TeamCoping
Who Says Exercise Has to Be Hard?...Editor's Note: Before starting any exercise regimen you should consult your doctor in order to make the best plan for you. Asthma and exercise may not seem like a match...reactionscomments
Getting Allergy Shots – and Setting the Clinic Record...Allergies and asthma often go hand in hand, and controlling allergies can help control asthma. Collegiate daughter had a miserable year. In fact, last year was the worst she's ever...reactions5comments
Definition of an attack...I'm confused as to what is considered an asthma attack and what's not. And if I have mild symptoms without it being attack what do you call that? I get...reactions10replies
Managing my asthma...I find that taking a hay fever tablet every night helps. When I was first diagnosed with asthma I thought it was just a continuation of my spring hay fever...reactions4repliesTips & AdviceCoping
Asthma At An All Time Low, or High?...I have shared before that I have some significant trouble with my blood sugar when I have to take steroids during an asthma flare. As with many people, steroids make...reactions2comments
Does This Cough Make Me Sound Unprofessional?...Even before the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, I found hacking up a lung an effective way to clear a room. My inner circle is well acquainted with my cough...reactions27comments
My Experience with Steroid Induced Psychosis...Content Note: This article contains themes of depression and suicidal ideation. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page. If you have ever...reactionscomments
Home Remedies: Good or Bad?...Well, COVID-19 finally got me. I am missing my second week of work, and I am miserable. I am juggling doses of my controller inhaler, using my nebulizer for frequent...reactionscomments
Asthma from cold air?...In recent years my asthma has gotten a lot better, mostly because I learned to avoid allergens. Unfortunately one thing keeps nagging me, and that is physical activity in cold...reactions8replies
I use masks 😷 ...Ever since CoVid, seeing people wearing masks is not the unusual! I take full advantage of that by wearing them outside also! Now I know that’s unusual, but that’s okay...reactions3repliesTips & Advice
Prevention is the Best Defense...To prevent asthma attacks from seasonal allergies try storing your pillows in a plastic bag during the day. A clean trash bag works great. Another tip: wash your hair before...reactions1reply
I Needed a Break from My Asthma...I needed a break. So I took one. I have been so overwhelmed the last few months (years) with life, health, and everything else that goes along with being alive...reactions2comments
How I Manage My Allergic Asthma ...I was diagnosed with extreme allergic asthma when I was about 45. I, like many people were put on a asthma inhaler and told how to use it then left...reactions3repliesAllergiesAwarenessTips & Advice
My Severe Persistent Asthma....I have severe persistent asthma and I see an allergist. I'm on multiple medications for it. Breztri for a controller, Airsupra for my rescue inhaler, DuoNeb, which is a medication...reactions1reply
