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…
When I was working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology clinic, I can’t even count how many patients walked in saying, “I think I have asthma… but my inhaler isn’t helping.” What was surprising? It wasn’t asthma at all. More often than not, it was GERD and shortness of breath—a connection that’s way more…
Have you ever wondered — can asthma cause voice changes over time? It’s something I’ve seen firsthand in my years working as a Pulmonary Nurse. Patients would come in not just wheezing or short of breath but quietly asking, “Why does my voice sound different lately?” It’s not always the first thing people associate with…
Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get discussed enough — can asthma cause pain in shoulder and neck? I’ve been a pulmonary nurse for over a decade, and you wouldn’t believe how many patients have come into the clinic worried about chest tightness, only to say, “Oh, and by the way, I also have this…
As a Pulmonary Nurse, I’ve spent years helping patients navigate through the complexities of respiratory issues, but one question that always comes up is whether asthma can cause irregular heartbeat. It’s a valid concern, considering how interconnected the body’s systems are, especially when it comes to respiratory and cardiovascular health. In fact, many people with…
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…
Ever had that annoying feeling like there’s something stuck in your throat, even though there’s nothing there? Yeah, that “lump in the throat” sensation—also known medically as *globus sensation*—can feel downright strange and unsettling. As a pulmonary nurse, I’ve had countless patients come to me with this exact symptom, worried it might be something serious….
Can asthma cause dizziness when standing up? You’d be surprised how often I get this question — both from my patients and even curious friends who know I’m a Pulmonary Nurse. Honestly, it’s not one of those textbook symptoms people associate with asthma, right? We all think about wheezing, shortness of breath, tight chest, coughing…
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…