Swimming before work!...So I will get to the beach, approx 20min drive, 2.5 hours before, giving me time to swim - an exercise I can do without getting out of breath...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesCopingAllergiesAwareness
Showers and Baths...Most of the time sitting on the edge of the bath helps, but sometimes I need to sit on the floor to get my breath back....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
What is your favorite asthma-friendly exercise?...That way I choose songs I like, adjust intensity to my needs and can also fit it into my schedule....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesExercise
Has anyone else experienced severe swelling/anaphylaxis on Symbicort?...I discontinued using the spacer that day too, since I'm allergic to latex. Maybe there was latex in the Symbicort puffer itself?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
I'd like to know how people get on with their inhalers and if they feel they are really helping...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Having Asthma in Public...It seems like one of my biggest triggers is riding the public bus....Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesAllergiesAwarenessCoping
Does anyone remember amiodarone? What does it do?...A bronchodilator of some sort. Have a question for the community? Ask here!...Reactions0reactionsComments8 replies
Tips for living in the midwest with asthma?...Recently, we've seen some members talking about the impact of humid air in the midwest region on their asthma....Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Aspirating...My inhaler will open it but then I cough and cough like when choking on a small piece of food. I’m waking up doing this....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesTriggers
Triggers during the Christmas holidays...I have extreme allergies and asthma to more plants, some animals, insects and some medications than I can describe here....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesAllergies
Have any of you started coughing after eating spicy wings?...Every time I go to Buffalo Wild Wings and order medium-hot sauce, almost immediately after I have a cough that sounds barky and my chest hurts....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Will you take our In America survey and help others understand the impact of asthma? ...By taking our survey, you can bring awareness to the realities of life with asthma and help others feel less alone....Reactions0reactionsComments0 replies
Anyone have problems on airplanes with asthma?...I wear a heavy charcoal mask and do saline rinse between and after flights and still get very sick a few days later....Reactions0reactionsComments10 replies
Asthma and Decision-Making...Do you ever have a hard time making decisions because of your asthma?...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesTriggersTips & AdviceFlare-Ups
Inhaler no longer available ...Since I am on Medicare looking into the new plans for part D the generic is coming up extremely expensive....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Mrs Ishbel Kirkland...This has been for 8 years. 5 years since I contacted my doctor....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
I'm worried about the virus and my asthma, secondhand smoke...Now this virus....if these people catch it and breathe, it goes through the vents like their smoke, what can I do to protect myself??...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Coronavirus and people living with asthma: what are the dangers?...I would like to know if anyone knows more about just how dangerous Covid 19 is with asthma and how bad of asthma is dangerous....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Cleaning products...Are there products out there that have reduced scent, are less like to get into the air? Thank you...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesAllergiesSevere AsthmaWork & Employment
