If you or someone in your family has asthma, you probably know how tricky it can be to manage. One moment you’re feeling fine, the next you’re dealing with tightness in your chest or a coughing fit that seems to come out of nowhere. While medications and inhalers are essential tools, many people look for…
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…
As a pulmonary nurse, I’ve seen firsthand how asthma can affect everyday life, especially when triggers are not effectively managed. One common culprit that people often overlook in the home is dust mites. These tiny creatures may seem harmless, but for individuals with asthma, dust mites can be a major source of irritation and discomfort….