Winter is that season when many people cozy up by the fire and enjoy hot drinks — but for those of us managing asthma, it can also be a challenging time. How to prevent winter asthma attacks is a question I hear a lot from patients, friends, and even colleagues. From my years as a…
If you’ve ever wondered, can asthma cause fast breathing during sleep — you’re not alone. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen so many patients (and worried parents) come in asking exactly that. It’s a super common concern, especially for people managing asthma in kids or even noticing changes in their own nighttime breathing. Waking…
If you’re living with asthma like many of my patients, you’re probably already aware that it’s not just about inhalers and avoiding triggers. Over the years working as a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful food choices can be in supporting respiratory health. That’s why I often talk to my patients about foods…
Can asthma cause weird chest tightness? You bet it can—and honestly, it’s one of the more frustrating symptoms for both patients and providers to navigate. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve had countless conversations with patients who describe this sensation in a hundred different ways—“like someone’s sitting on my chest,” “a weird band squeezing me,”…
When I first started working as a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I quickly realized how many patients were constantly searching for ways to breathe easier—literally. From folks dealing with chronic asthma to those just wanting to feel less winded during their daily walk, the question always came up: “Are there any natural supplements that can help…
If you’ve ever had that frustrating sensation where you’re trying to take a deep breath but it just doesn’t feel like it’s going in all the way — you’re not alone. I’ve had countless patients ask, “Why do I feel like I can’t get enough air even when I’m breathing?” And the answer isn’t always…
If you’ve ever wondered how to manage asthma with minimal medication, you’re not alone. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner who’s spent countless hours with asthma patients in real-life clinical settings, I’ve seen firsthand that meds aren’t always the only answer. Don’t get me wrong—medication can be a lifesaver, and for many, it’s non-negotiable. But there’s…
If you’ve ever wondered, can asthma cause dizziness without wheezing?—you’re definitely not alone. It’s a question I hear quite often from patients and even friends. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how asthma symptoms don’t always fit neatly into the classic picture of wheezing and shortness of breath. Sometimes, patients come in feeling…
If you’ve ever had a respiratory infection that knocked the wind out of you—literally—then you know just how frustrating it is to bounce back when you also have asthma. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen countless patients struggle with getting back to their normal breathing patterns after something like the flu, COVID, or even…