Oct 25
How do I avoid an asthma attack after exercise?
Posted on Sunday, October 25, 2009 in Respiratory Diseases
arod0018 asked:
I am 20 years old and have never had asthma. The last few times after my soccer games I have been coughing a lot, but today I had an actual asthma attack where I couldnt breathe, I had a lot of pressure on my chest, and I couldnt stop coughing. My brother has really bad asthma so I used his inhaler and I sat in the bathroom with steam from the shower and it went away. Is there a way for me to avoid having asthma after exercise? I normally never have asthma.
Eugene
I am 20 years old and have never had asthma. The last few times after my soccer games I have been coughing a lot, but today I had an actual asthma attack where I couldnt breathe, I had a lot of pressure on my chest, and I couldnt stop coughing. My brother has really bad asthma so I used his inhaler and I sat in the bathroom with steam from the shower and it went away. Is there a way for me to avoid having asthma after exercise? I normally never have asthma.
Eugene
Oct 19
How do I tell my friend his smoking is effecting my asthma?
Posted on Monday, October 19, 2009 in Respiratory Diseases
Rabin R asked:
I recently been diagnosis w/ asthma. Today I almost pass out from second hand smoke @ work. My co-worker smokes but also let his clothes smoke with him - After his smoke break I literally have to leave - he knows I have asthma - how can I tell him without consequences from manager and other co-workers or making him feel bad?
Herman
I recently been diagnosis w/ asthma. Today I almost pass out from second hand smoke @ work. My co-worker smokes but also let his clothes smoke with him - After his smoke break I literally have to leave - he knows I have asthma - how can I tell him without consequences from manager and other co-workers or making him feel bad?
Herman
Sep 18
What is a good way to control my asthma?
Posted on Friday, September 18, 2009 in Respiratory Diseases
Lily asked:
Sometimes I seem to be using my rescue inhaler more often than other times. I have advair as well, which helps prevent attacks. What are some good ways to control my asthma so I have fewer attacks?
Stephanie
Sometimes I seem to be using my rescue inhaler more often than other times. I have advair as well, which helps prevent attacks. What are some good ways to control my asthma so I have fewer attacks?
Stephanie
Aug 25
How can I tell if my asthma inhaler worked?
Posted on Tuesday, August 25, 2009 in Respiratory Diseases
Steve C asked:
Hello, I was diagnosed with asthma and got an inhaler yesterday. It is asmanex, it says that the powder is so fine that I might not be able to taste or feel it, and being the first time I used it I am really not sure if anything happened. I breathed in and felt nothing, but I am not even sure if I used it correctly or if it did anything because it says I might not taste/feel anything.
Hello, I was diagnosed with asthma and got an inhaler yesterday. It is asmanex, it says that the powder is so fine that I might not be able to taste or feel it, and being the first time I used it I am really not sure if anything happened. I breathed in and felt nothing, but I am not even sure if I used it correctly or if it did anything because it says I might not taste/feel anything.
Can anyone give me any advice on whether it worked or not? Thank you!
Also, it would be helpful if anyone has any tips to using it. Thank you again!
Carol
Aug 13
What other ways is there for you to control your asthma without an inhaler?
Posted on Thursday, August 13, 2009 in Respiratory Diseases
A. Y asked:
my asthma is bothering me and I don’t have my inhaler with me so I was wondering if there were another way of controlling your asthma…I know steam helps really well is there anything else I could use/do to help tone it down?
Juanita
my asthma is bothering me and I don’t have my inhaler with me so I was wondering if there were another way of controlling your asthma…I know steam helps really well is there anything else I could use/do to help tone it down?
Juanita
Aug 10
What is the difference between Asthma and Chronic Bronchitis?
Posted on Monday, August 10, 2009 in Respiratory Diseases
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They recently diagnosed me with Asthma and have me on two types of inhalers.
I really think it’s Chronic Bronchitis.
They recently diagnosed me with Asthma and have me on two types of inhalers.
I really think it’s Chronic Bronchitis.
What symptoms distinguish these two ailments from each other?
I’m 42 and lived with a smoker for 25 years.
Sandra
Jul 18
How can i keep my asthma under control?
Posted on Saturday, July 18, 2009 in Respiratory Diseases
bouncingbluepixie asked:
Ive had asthma all of my life. I’m an active 15 year old girl doing PE for GCSE but recently my asthma has become so much worse and going for the tiniest jog will start it off. Any tips?
Joy
Ive had asthma all of my life. I’m an active 15 year old girl doing PE for GCSE but recently my asthma has become so much worse and going for the tiniest jog will start it off. Any tips?
Joy
Jul 11
What is the best way to avoid an asthma attack?
Posted on Saturday, July 11, 2009 in Respiratory Diseases
EnglishTea asked:
I have asthma, (not too severe) but i often have a hard time breathing simply after laughing or working out. any suggestions. (i have an albuterole inhaler.)
Maurice
I have asthma, (not too severe) but i often have a hard time breathing simply after laughing or working out. any suggestions. (i have an albuterole inhaler.)
Maurice
Jun 8
How can I control my asthma naturally without using drugs?
Posted on Monday, June 8, 2009 in Respiratory Diseases
Neecy asked:
I’ve suffered with asthma since childhood. I’ve convinced that it can’t be cured. I’ve learned to live with it but I’m sick of using inhalers and taking medication. Are there any safe and effective natural treatments for asthma that will control attacks and breathing without the use of drugs or inhalers?
Ramon
I’ve suffered with asthma since childhood. I’ve convinced that it can’t be cured. I’ve learned to live with it but I’m sick of using inhalers and taking medication. Are there any safe and effective natural treatments for asthma that will control attacks and breathing without the use of drugs or inhalers?
Ramon
Jun 5
If you’re an asthmatic, how can you tell the difference between an asthma attack and a panic attack?
Posted on Friday, June 5, 2009 in Respiratory Diseases
Lily asked:
I’ve had asthma for approximately 14 years but it’s gradually getting worse as I get older and my attacks are more frequent. I’ve been put on additional preventative medicine but have always wondered about the difference between asthma and anxiety/panic attacks. I’m not sure if I experience the latter because my asthma does scare me on occasion. Is it normal to get scared during an attack? How can you tell if it’s just a little fear or full blown anxiety?
I’ve had asthma for approximately 14 years but it’s gradually getting worse as I get older and my attacks are more frequent. I’ve been put on additional preventative medicine but have always wondered about the difference between asthma and anxiety/panic attacks. I’m not sure if I experience the latter because my asthma does scare me on occasion. Is it normal to get scared during an attack? How can you tell if it’s just a little fear or full blown anxiety?
Things I have been experiencing lately are: wheezy cough, chest soreness and aches, breathlessness, and feeling as if weights are sitting on my chest. Sometimes I feel achey and weak all over. At times, I get frustrated when my asthma is out of control because it’s hard to breathe but I do not hyperventilate or experience a racing heart. I just have difficulty getting a breath and I become really achey, especially after I take my rescue inhaler.
What am I experiencing and is it typical for an asthma attack or panic attack?
Wayne