Let’s talk about something you probably haven’t thought much about—your cleaning products. Yep, those bottles under your sink might be doing more than just disinfecting your countertops. If you’ve ever asked yourself, can asthma be triggered by cleaning products, you’re not alone. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner who’s seen this time and time again in…
If you’re like me and have spent years working closely with people who struggle with asthma, you know just how much of a difference clean, breathable air can make—especially indoors. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how small changes in a home environment can lead to big improvements in respiratory health. That’s why…
Can asthma cause pain behind ribs? You wouldn’t believe how often I get asked this. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen all kinds of symptoms walk through my clinic doors—some expected, some not-so-much. But rib pain in asthma? Yep, it’s a real thing, and it throws a lot of people off. I totally get…
As a pulmonary nurse practitioner who’s spent years working closely with asthma patients, I’ve seen firsthand how managing symptoms can be a daily challenge. While medications and inhalers are the cornerstone of asthma care, many people—myself included—have found that certain natural remedies, like essential oils, can offer additional relief when used properly. If you’ve been…
If you’ve ever asked yourself, can asthma cause unusual chest sensations, you’re not alone. I get this question a lot in my pulmonary practice, especially from patients who are newly diagnosed or those who have been managing asthma for years but suddenly feel something “off.” Chest tightness, fluttering, a strange pressure—these aren’t just in your…
Living with asthma can be challenging enough, but when you add a dry climate into the mix—hello Arizona, Nevada, parts of Colorado—it can feel like you’re constantly playing defense with your lungs. Asthma tips for living in dry climate aren’t just helpful—they’re essential. As someone who has worked closely with respiratory patients in both humid…
If you’ve ever been woken up by your partner muttering in their sleep—or you’ve caught yourself sleep talking and wondered what’s going on—you’re not alone. One question I get surprisingly often from patients is, “Can asthma cause sleep talking?” It’s a fascinating connection and not something many folks think about. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner,…
Let me tell you something I’ve learned from years of working with people who struggle to catch a full breath — learning how to stretch lungs naturally can truly change your life. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how small, simple habits can make a big impact on lung function, especially for folks…
If you’ve ever experienced that nagging ache or sharp discomfort in your shoulder or back when your asthma flares up, you might be wondering: Can asthma cause shoulder and back pain? As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen plenty of patients ask this question. The truth is, asthma isn’t just about wheezing and shortness of…