Silent/Invisible Symptoms...Coughing and wheezing are common symptoms of asthma, but they definitely aren't silent. Some people have said they experience shallow breathing, frequent...reactions57repliesSymptoms
How Can Asthma Change Over Time?...Asthma--like many chronic conditions--ebbs and flows with its symptoms. Sometimes it is more severe and we may need additional help managing it...reactions3comments
Studies On Weight And Asthma...Weight can be a touchy subject, but it can be an important thing to talk about, especially if you have a chronic...reactions2comments
Asthma And Sleeping Positions: What's The Link?...Those who have asthma can attest that triggers happen at any time of the day, but for many asthmatics, their respiratory condition...reactions12comments
Make Valentine’s Day An Asthma-Friendly Day...Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to show your significant other how much you care. However, when that special someone has asthma...reactionscomments
Let’s Talk Asthma Guidelines...A few years ago, I wrote “10 Best Asthma Discoveries Of All Time.” Number six on that list was the creation of...reactions2comments
Terrifying Asthma Attacks...Many of our community members can recall one (or even a few) terrifying asthma attacks. Have you had a severe or terrifying...reactions11repliesFlare-Ups
Politics Stressing You Out And Causing Asthma Attacks?...When I was growing up, I was taught to avoid talking about politics and religion. Especially at family dinners. This past year...reactionscomments
Always Out of Breath...I am pretty sure I had asthma from childhood. I was very active outdoors but when the President Fitness Program started in...reactions4comments
Late Bloomer...I am 55 years old and just recently learned I had eosinophilic asthma. I suffered for 3 years with a nasty, long-lasting...reactions3comments
Asthma Wins...Sometimes life just feels turbulent--and our asthma journey can feel that way as well. In a recent sit down with my specialist...reactions1comment
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
COVID-19 Vaccines For People With Lung Conditions...People living with moderate to severe asthma face a higher chance of serious illness from the virus that causes COVID-19. Having other...reactions12comments
Low Cortisol...I have just been phoned by the receptionist at my GP surgery to say my blood test for morning cortisol came back...reactions5repliesSymptoms
Should I Have Houseplants if I Have Asthma?...The only houseplant I own is not even a plant, exactly. It’s a cactus; her name is Marge because, when I got...reactions15comments
How Technology Brings Both Convenience and Confusion: Results of the Connected Health Survey...Sometimes, it feels like we are surrounded by technology. Apps, devices, trackers, and gadgets are everywhere! In this digital age, though, everyone...reactionscomments
My Asthma And Its Playmates...Here I am on what feels like the billionth day of quarantine. Unfortunately for me, even if COVID-19 weren't invading our lives...reactionscomments
The Potential Dangers Of Liquid Nitrogen On Asthma...Nitrogen is one of the most abundant gases on the planet, and it can be used for both medical purposes and preserving...reactionscomments
How Did You Know You Had Asthma?...Asthma does not discriminate based on age, gender, race, or geographical location. Anyone can be diagnosed with asthma at any stage of...reactions6comments
Running the Gambit on Nebulizer Solutions...As a child, I learned pretty quickly how to deal with my mild asthma. I stayed inside and read books and avoided...reactions1comment