Feeling like your throat is tight or swollen can be scary—especially if you have asthma. Many people with asthma wonder if their condition might be behind this uncomfortable sensation. The short answer is yes, asthma can sometimes cause symptoms that feel like swelling in the throat. But the full story is a bit more complex,…
Asthma is a long-term condition that affects how you breathe. It causes the airways in your lungs to become inflamed and narrow, making it harder to move air in and out. Many people think asthma is mostly a childhood condition, but it can affect people at any age. As we get older, asthma doesn’t always…
Myths vs. Facts You Need to Know If you’ve ever had trouble finishing a sentence because your breathing suddenly got weird, it can feel unsettling—especially if you live with asthma. Shortness of breath while talking might seem like something that only happens after intense exercise or when you’re super anxious, but in reality, it can…
Ever had that strange sensation where your chest feels like it’s popping or clicking—especially when you breathe deeply—and wondered, can asthma make your chest pop or click? You’re not alone. I’ve had a handful of patients over the years bring this up, and I’ve even felt it myself a time or two when my own…
Have you ever wondered, can asthma cause dizzy spells after meals? It’s a question I’ve come across quite a bit in my years as a pulmonary nurse practitioner. Many patients report feeling lightheaded or dizzy after eating, and while asthma is usually associated with breathing difficulties, its impact can sometimes extend beyond just the lungs….
Feeling constantly drained, even after a full night’s sleep? If you or someone you love has asthma, this might sound familiar. It’s a question I’ve heard from so many patients in my pulmonary practice: can asthma cause low energy levels? Short answer—yes, absolutely. But let’s dig a little deeper, because it’s not always just the…
If you’re like me and you’ve worked in a gastroenterology clinic long enough, you’ve probably heard a ton of patients say, “I wake up gasping or feeling like I can’t breathe — is this really from reflux?” And the answer? More often than not: yes. That tight chest feeling, especially when lying down at night,…
If you’ve ever had that frustrating sensation where you’re trying to take a deep breath but it just doesn’t feel like it’s going in all the way — you’re not alone. I’ve had countless patients ask, “Why do I feel like I can’t get enough air even when I’m breathing?” And the answer isn’t always…
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, can asthma cause weird chest sensations?—you’re absolutely not alone. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve had countless patients ask me that exact question, often with a worried look on their face. And I get it. When your chest feels “off,” it’s hard not to jump to worst-case scenarios. Maybe…