If you’re struggling to get your asthma under control or just tired of it dictating your day, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely in the right place. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve worked with countless patients over the years, and I totally get the frustration. That’s exactly why I’m sharing some of the most powerful…
Spring is supposed to be this magical time of year, right? Everything’s blooming, the days are longer, and people are outside soaking up the sunshine. But if you’re someone who deals with asthma triggered by pollen and mold, spring can feel more like a seasonal ambush than a celebration. Trust me, I’ve seen it countless…
Can asthma worsen after eating dairy? I get this question a lot in my practice, and honestly, it’s a great one. If you’ve ever felt more wheezy or congested after indulging in a cheesy pizza or that creamy scoop of ice cream, you’re definitely not alone. Many of my patients—especially those with chronic asthma—notice a…
Ever had a weird bitter taste in your mouth during an asthma flare-up? You’re not alone. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve had countless patients bring this up—sometimes hesitantly, thinking it’s just in their heads. But let me tell you, it’s not. Can asthma cause bitter taste in mouth? It absolutely can, and there’s a…
When people think of indoor plants, they usually picture something lush and green adding a peaceful vibe to the room. But if you or someone in your home has asthma, it’s not always that simple. Trust me, as a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen way too many cases where a person thought they were doing…
Asthma flare ups during allergy season are no joke—especially when you’re juggling high pollen counts, rising humidity, and unpredictable triggers. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how allergy season can completely derail someone’s asthma control plan. I’ve had patients who were stable for months suddenly end up wheezing, coughing, and struggling just to…
If you’re like many of the patients I’ve seen over the years, you’re probably searching for the best over-the-counter meds for asthma cough—especially when the tight chest, wheezing, and persistent dry cough start acting up without warning. I’ve had countless people tell me they’re caught off guard by nighttime coughing fits or can’t finish a…
If you’re lying awake at night, hacking away while your partner gives you the side-eye, you’re not alone—and you’re probably wondering, can asthma cause constant coughing at night? As a pulmonary nurse practitioner who’s seen more inhalers than I can count, I can tell you: it absolutely can. In fact, nighttime coughing is one of…
Do allergies make asthma worse over time? That’s a question I get from patients all the time in clinic, especially when spring rolls around and pollen counts go through the roof. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner who’s spent over a decade treating asthma patients of all ages, I can confidently say—yes, allergies can and often…