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…
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…
Living with asthma can often feel like a constant balancing act. As a Pulmonary Nurse, I’ve seen first-hand how effective daily habits can make a huge difference in asthma control, giving patients more freedom and stability in their everyday lives. Whether you’re managing mild symptoms or dealing with more severe asthma, there are daily routines…
If you’ve ever jolted awake gasping for air or watched someone struggle to breathe in their sleep, you know just how terrifying nighttime asthma can be. As a Pulmonary Nurse, I’ve sat bedside through more of these episodes than I can count—and I’ll tell you this: figuring out how to prevent asthma attacks while sleeping…
Can asthma cause difficulty catching breath after talking? Absolutely, and I’ve seen this first-hand more times than I can count working as a Pulmonary Nurse. If you’ve ever found yourself short of breath after a simple conversation or a short speech, and you live with asthma, you’re definitely not alone. It’s a concern that comes…
Let’s talk about something I get asked *a lot* in the clinic—can asthma cause a burning sensation in throat? If you’ve ever dealt with asthma, you probably already know it’s not just about the lungs. As a pulmonary nurse who’s spent years bedside, especially during those chaotic night shifts when the ER is packed, I’ve…
When you’ve worked up close with patients struggling to catch their breath—like I have as a Pulmonary Nurse—you start to notice the little things that bring them relief. Over the years, I’ve seen that beyond inhalers and traditional medications, many people start looking for more natural options to help manage symptoms. That’s where the best…