Ever had that annoying, burning sensation creeping up your chest after a meal? That’s GERD—gastroesophageal reflux disease—making its unwelcome presence known. But here’s something most people don’t realize: GERD isn’t just a stomach issue. It can seriously impact your lungs, causing everything from chronic coughs to full-blown respiratory issues. How GERD affects lung health is…
Stress and asthma—two things that seem completely unrelated, right? But if you’ve ever had an asthma attack triggered by a high-pressure situation, you know exactly how deeply connected they are. As someone who has spent years studying respiratory health, I’ve seen firsthand how stress can send even well-controlled asthma spiraling out of control. Whether it’s…
As an asthma expert, I’ve had the privilege of working with many women throughout their pregnancies who are navigating the complex task of managing asthma while expecting. Pregnancy is a time of excitement and anticipation, but it can also be stressful, especially when you’re managing a chronic condition like asthma. When you’re pregnant, it’s crucial…
Does asthma affect your ability to exercise? If you’ve ever found yourself wheezing mid-workout or gasping for air after a short jog, you’re not alone. As someone who’s spent years studying respiratory health and working with asthma patients, I know firsthand how frustrating it can be to balance fitness with asthma. But here’s the good…
Can mold exposure cause asthma flare-ups? As someone who has spent years helping people manage their asthma, I can confidently say—yes, it absolutely can. And if you’ve ever found yourself wheezing after cleaning out a damp basement or sneezing uncontrollably in a musty old house, you’re not imagining things. Mold is a sneaky, persistent trigger…
Have you ever noticed your asthma acting up when you’re stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? You’re not imagining things—asthma flare-ups and emotional triggers are very real and can make breathing even harder when you’re already feeling on edge. I’ve seen it happen countless times, both in my own experience and with patients who are managing their…
Struggling with asthma can feel like an endless battle, but what if I told you that your breath—something you do every second of every day—holds the power to help? Learning how to control asthma with breathing techniques has changed the game for me and many others. As someone who has worked in respiratory health for…
As someone who has worked in respiratory health for years, I can tell you—living with asthma is more than just dealing with wheezing or shortness of breath. How asthma affects overall health is something that extends far beyond the lungs, influencing various aspects of life. If you’ve ever experienced an asthma flare-up, you know that…
Can asthma cause wheezing and coughing? Absolutely. As someone who has spent years helping people navigate respiratory health, I can tell you that these two symptoms are often the most frustrating and persistent for asthma sufferers. It’s not just about feeling short of breath—it’s the unpredictable coughing fits at night, the wheezing that kicks in…