As a Pulmonary Nurse with years of experience helping patients manage asthma, one of the most common questions I hear is: *”Can asthma symptoms change over time?”* It’s a question that is not only natural but also important for anyone living with asthma or caring for someone with the condition. Over the years, I’ve seen…
As a pulmonary nurse with years of experience, I’ve seen firsthand how childhood asthma can shape a person’s life, both in the short term and well into adulthood. Asthma isn’t just a childhood condition that children “outgrow.” In fact, the long-term effects of childhood asthma can impact a person well into their adult years. It’s…
Living life alongside asthma, whether personally or professionally, opens your eyes to just how complex this condition really is. Working as a Pulmonary Nurse for years, I’ve seen firsthand the way asthma behaves differently from person to person. One question that keeps popping up from patients, family, even friends is — does asthma get worse…
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…
If you’ve ever seen someone gasping for breath during an asthma flare-up, you know how scary and stressful it can be—for the person struggling and for anyone around. I’ve been a Pulmonary Nurse for years, and trust me, I’ve witnessed my fair share of wheezes, tight chests, and panicked eyes. One question I get asked…
If you’ve ever asked yourself, can asthma cause difficulty exhaling completely, you’re definitely not alone. As a Pulmonary Nurse who’s spent countless shifts listening to the wheezing breaths of anxious patients, I can tell you—this is one of the most common, and honestly one of the most frustrating, symptoms people with asthma experience. And yes,…
Asthma is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and as someone who’s worked as a pulmonary nurse for years, I’ve seen firsthand how it can impact daily life in various ways. You might already know that asthma can trigger symptoms like wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. But, have you ever wondered: Can…
As a Pulmonary Nurse, I’ve spent years working closely with children who suffer from asthma, and one of the most common questions parents ask is, “Can asthma cause rapid breathing in children?” It’s a concern that many don’t know how to manage until it’s too late. As someone who has seen firsthand how scary asthma…
As a pulmonary nurse, I’ve seen many patients struggle with a variety of respiratory issues. One question that comes up often, especially for people living with asthma, is whether asthma can cause a sore throat after coughing. It’s a pretty common concern and one that deserves some attention. The short answer is yes—though it might…