Let’s be honest—when people hear “asthma,” they think wheezing, inhalers, and pollen floating through spring air. But food? That’s not the first thing that comes to mind. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve sat with countless patients who come in confused, frustrated, and wondering why their breathing flares up after a meal or why they…
Is asthma always linked to allergies? That’s a question I get asked almost weekly in clinic — and honestly, it’s a great one. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner who’s spent years helping patients manage their breathing, I’ve seen just how confusing the connection between asthma and allergies can be. Some people wheeze and cough every…
Ever felt that weird, dull ache in your jaw or maybe some ear pressure and thought, “Is this just a coincidence, or could it be connected to my asthma?” I’ve been a Pulmonary Nurse for years, and trust me, you’re not the only one who’s asked that. It’s one of those strange overlaps people don’t…
When we hear the word “asthma,” most of us picture someone wheezing, clutching their chest, or puffing away on an inhaler. But what if I told you that some asthma signs that aren’t obvious are quietly creeping under the radar—and many people, including patients I’ve worked with, don’t even realize it? As a Pulmonary Nurse,…
Can asthma cause sleep disturbances? If you’re anything like the countless patients I’ve cared for as a Pulmonary Nurse, you’re probably nodding your head. I’ve had more late-night calls, panicked ER visits, and early morning check-ins related to this exact concern than I can count. Nighttime is when the body is supposed to be resting,…
As a Pulmonary Nurse, I’ve encountered countless cases of asthma over the years, and one thing that always stands out is how different the symptoms can be for each patient. Asthma is often associated with wheezing – that high-pitched, musical sound you hear when someone has difficulty breathing. However, there are many people who suffer…
Ever had that sinking feeling in your chest, like someone dropped a brick right on your lungs? Or maybe you’ve felt your heart racing out of nowhere, gasping for air, and just assumed it was your heart acting up. You’re not alone. As someone who’s worked for years as a Pulmonary Nurse, I can’t count…
Can asthma cause swallowing difficulties? That’s a question I’ve heard more times than I can count during my years as a pulmonary nurse. The short answer is yes—but it’s not quite as straightforward as it sounds. Many people living with asthma notice that, at times, eating or even swallowing saliva can feel uncomfortable or oddly…
Ever since I recovered from COVID, I noticed something weird—my lungs didn’t bounce back the way I expected. And I wasn’t alone. A few of my patients, and even some nurse friends, started complaining of similar symptoms. Shortness of breath, coughing fits, chest tightness. Turns out, this wasn’t just lingering COVID stuff—it was something more….