If you’ve been living with asthma like many of the patients I’ve cared for, you already know how unpredictable and frustrating it can be. As someone who’s worked closely with individuals navigating this condition every day, I totally get the daily ups and downs. In my years as a Pulmonary Nurse, I’ve seen firsthand how…
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…
Can asthma cause tightness in the throat? Oh yes, it absolutely can—and if you’ve ever felt that strange, uncomfortable sensation in your throat and wondered if it was your asthma acting up, you’re not alone. As someone who’s worked as a Pulmonary Nurse for over a decade, I’ve seen countless patients come in with this…
Can asthma cause difficulty digesting food? It’s a question I never really thought about deeply until I started seeing patterns in my patients—especially those dealing with both asthma and ongoing digestive issues. As a pulmonary nurse, I’ve spent years helping people breathe easier, but I’ve noticed how often they bring up things like bloating, stomach…
If you’re anything like me, working as a Pulmonary Nurse has made you hyper-aware of the air you breathe — especially indoors. That’s why one of the first things I talk about with families dealing with chronic respiratory issues is how to protect your home from asthma triggers. You’d be surprised how many people think…
If you’ve ever watched someone struggle to catch their breath during an asthma attack, you know how scary it can be. I’ve seen it up close more times than I can count, both in my role as a Pulmonary Nurse and in my own family. Over the years, I’ve learned that how to manage asthma…
If you’re someone like me who’s spent years around patients with breathing issues—or maybe you’re dealing with asthma yourself—you’ve probably wondered, can asthma cause headaches and sinus pressure? It’s a question I’ve heard plenty of times from patients, especially those who show up complaining about a tight chest, only to add, “Oh, and I’ve been…
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 firsthand how a little extra attention to your living environment can make a huge difference in managing asthma. One of the most important steps you can take is creating an asthma-safe bedroom. If you’re like many people with asthma, your bedroom is where you spend a significant amount of…