Not all breathing techniques are created equal—especially during an asthma attack. Let’s separate the facts from fiction. If you’ve ever had to rely on breathing control methods during an asthma attack, you know how confusing the advice out there can be. Some of it works, some doesn’t—and some might even make things worse. In this…
If you’ve ever asked yourself, can asthma cause excess saliva?—you’re definitely not alone. Working as a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve had patients bring this up more than a few times, often with a tone of quiet embarrassment. It’s one of those symptoms that doesn’t get talked about much but can be surprisingly frustrating. Let’s dig…
Ever had one of those days where your chest feels tight, your ribs ache like you’ve been through a boxing match, and you’re left wondering, “Can asthma make your ribs sore?” You’re not alone—I’ve had patients sit across from me in clinic with that exact concern. And honestly? It’s a great question. Chest pain isn’t…
Let’s be real—living with asthma can feel like riding an emotional and physical rollercoaster. One day you’re breathing easy, the next you’re tight-chested and wheezing like you’ve run a marathon just from climbing stairs. If you’ve ever wondered, can asthma cause fluctuating symptoms daily, you are definitely not alone. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I…
When I first started my journey as a Pulmonary Nurse, I noticed something curious: patients with asthma who had certain dietary habits seemed to have better control over their symptoms. One thing that kept popping up was omega-3 intake. Honestly, it wasn’t something we learned a ton about back in nursing school. But seeing it…