Rescue Inhalers for Asthma: Can You Use Them After Their Expiration Date?...Is it safe to use an expired rescue inhaler? This is an interesting question I heard recently. I have only mild, intermittent...reactions20comments
Life With Asthma: Seasonal Hacks...Living with asthma can be tough because it can impact your everyday life. Some days may be more challenging than others. On...reactionscomments
What Does "Reversible" Mean When It Comes to Asthma?...So, you often hear that asthma is reversible. What does this mean anyway? Here’s what to know. No. There is no cure...reactions1comment
Asthma Symptoms in Kids...Asthma is the most common chronic disease of childhood, affecting more than 6 million kids in the United States. Asthma symptoms and...reactionscomments
Differences Between Asthma and COPD...Asthma and COPD are similar in many ways. They are also different in many ways. Here is a list of the differences...reactions15comments
Asthma Lexicon: Attacks Versus Flare-Ups...Sometimes we call them asthma episodes. Sometimes asthma attacks. Sometimes asthma flare-ups. What’s the difference between these three phrases? Here is my...reactions9comments
Past Its Prime, Medication Expiry Dates, Inhaler Inventory and Housekeeping...Like most patients, there are a few items in my medicine cabinet that I have been saving for a zombie apocalypse or...reactions4comments
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...reactions27comments
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...reactions7comments
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
