Can asthma cause weight loss or gain? It’s a question I get asked surprisingly often, especially by patients who are either newly diagnosed or who’ve been dealing with asthma for years and suddenly notice their body changing in ways they didn’t expect. As someone who’s worked as a pulmonary nurse for over a decade, I’ve…
As a pulmonary nurse with years of experience working with patients who have asthma, I’ve seen firsthand how sensitive the respiratory system can be to various triggers. One of the most surprising and often overlooked triggers is strong odors. You might be wondering, can asthma really be triggered by strong odors? The short answer is…
As a Pulmonary Nurse, I’ve had the privilege of working with countless patients, all with unique stories, struggles, and triumphs in managing their asthma. But one thing I’ve learned over the years is that medication isn’t always the only answer to preventing asthma attacks. While inhalers, corticosteroids, and bronchodilators play an important role, there are…
Ever had that annoying feeling like there’s something stuck in your throat, even though there’s nothing there? Yeah, that “lump in the throat” sensation—also known medically as *globus sensation*—can feel downright strange and unsettling. As a pulmonary nurse, I’ve had countless patients come to me with this exact symptom, worried it might be something serious….
As someone with years of experience as a pulmonary nurse, I’ve seen firsthand how crucial it is to manage asthma effectively, especially when it comes to physical activity. If you have asthma, you know that exercise can sometimes feel like a daunting task. Breathing becomes more labored, and there’s always that fear of triggering an…
Ever found yourself sipping water nonstop during an asthma flare-up and wondered, can asthma cause excessive thirst and dry mouth? You’re not alone—I’ve noticed this in countless patients over the years working as a pulmonary nurse, and honestly, it’s something I’ve had to dive into myself. Sometimes it’s not the obvious wheezing or breathlessness that…
If you’re like many of the patients I’ve cared for over the years as a pulmonary nurse, you’ve probably had that *moment*—you start to exercise, and bam, your chest tightens, your breathing becomes shallow, and you’re left wondering if moving your body is worth the struggle. Let me assure you, it absolutely is. You just…
Ever notice how your gut seems to have a mind of its own? As someone who’s spent years on the pulmonary floor watching patients struggle through asthma flares, I can tell you there’s more to this condition than just what’s going on in the lungs. One thing that keeps coming up more and more—in both…
Managing Asthma in Real Life: What Actually Works? Alright, let’s get into the real talk. If you’re like me, managing asthma isn’t just about remembering to grab your inhaler—it’s about figuring out how to not let it run your life. Over the years, I’ve tried pretty much everything: humidifiers, air purifiers, essential oils (yeah, I…