Does anyone elses' child have severe persistent asthma?...My 11-year-old has severe persistent asthma. She is on Symbicort, Qvar, Spiriva, Performorist, Singulair, levalbuterol, Zyrtec and allergy shots..... any help is appreciated. Also trying to start Fasenra when insurance...reactions1reply
Why do I have a metallic taste in mouth during asthma attack?...Whenever I have an asthma attack I have a metal taste in my mouth. What will make me have this?...reactions2replies
Reading the Fine Print...I am not new to the clinical trial experience and I am a huge advocate for patients getting involved in research. I think that patients are sometimes apprehensive to get...reactionscomments
What is Sensitization?...Previously I explained how asthma is the result of an abnormal immune response. In this post, I aim to delve a little deeper into this subject to show you what...reactionscomments
Samuel Taylor...Samuel began as a patient advocate on the Asthma.net community, and expanded his role at Health Union to a community lead. Samuel recently graduated from California State University San Marcos...
What does an asthma attack feel like?...I have uncontrollable coughing to the point of gagging and throwing up while having severe difficulty breathing .... is this an asthma attack? I do use the inhaler at this...reactions4replies
Mom Guilt...Oh, boy was I guilty of this! Should we continue our career? Or stay home with the kids? Why can't I keep up on the piles of laundry, make sure...reactionscomments
Iron Deficiency Anemia and Asthma: Is There a Link?...Recently, a friend asked if I was aware of a link between asthma and iron deficiency. I told her it sounded like something I’d heard before, but that I would...reactions2comments
The Emotional Rollercoaster of Asthma...I’m just going to say it- asthma can be completely and utterly overwhelming at times. Regardless if you are newly diagnosed or an asthma pro. Asthma can have some harsh...reactions13comments
Poor Air Quality and Asthma: Part 1...Here in Manitoba, we are fortunate to enjoy good air quality most of the year. Winnipeg, as a “small big city”, doesn’t suffer the effects of smog from vehicle emissions...reactionscomments
What are our options for children who suffer from asthma?...My daughter is 6 years old and was diagnosed with asthma at 6months old. 8 months out of the year we can control her asthma but once she gets sick...reactions1reply
Turmeric Is the Latest Super-Food, but Is It Safe for Managing Asthma?...Turmeric, a popular spice used in Indian cooking is the latest “super-food.” People are stirring it into their lattes and sprinkling it on to their veggies to boost their health...reactions2comments
"Mom, How Do I Get Out Of This?"...This was the question from my daughter. She and some friends were planning a group date (which apparently is how you date these days), and she was worried about the...reactionscomments
Asthma Lexicon: Breathing Treatment Terminology...Many people with asthma have nebulizers. They work great for asthma. So, what are they? Breathing treatment. It’s when you inhale medicine using a nebulizer. “I recommend sitting up in...reactionscomments
Unusual Asthma Symptoms...It’s often said that asthma is a heterogeneous disease. This means that asthma affects each of us in unique ways. A part of this “uniqueness” means that some of us...reactions44comments
Asthma Spoon Theory...I first heard of the Spoon Theory over a decade ago. However, I was younger and didn't really grasp what it meant. It wasn't until recent years that I could...reactions8comments
Are Women With Asthma at Risk for Developing COPD Later in Life?...According to a recent study, published in the Annals of the American Thoracic Society, about 40% of women who have asthma are at risk to later develop COPD. When this...reactions1comment
What is Symbicort SMART?...In most countries outside of the United States, there is an approved dosing strategy for the combination inhaler Symbicort known as Symbicort SMART. Why SMART is not currently approved in...reactions2comments
What? You Take Your Inhaler Every Day?!...When I first heard a doctor wonder about taking an inhaler every day at the Association of Asthma Educator's conference, I had to laugh out loud! Then quickly scribble it...reactions9comments
Who can help with a home remedy?...I've had asthma since 5. I'm almost 80. don't smoke, try to eat right and exercise but every day is such a chore to do my usual household things or...reactions2replies
