Ever find yourself coughing or wheezing just as you’re winding down for the night? You’re not alone. For many people living with asthma, evenings can bring on a frustrating wave of symptoms just when you’re trying to relax or sleep. It’s more than just annoying—it can seriously affect your sleep quality and energy levels the…
If you’ve ever wondered, can asthma cause shallow breathing during rest—you’re definitely not alone. I’ve had so many patients ask me this over the years. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how asthma can sneak in quietly, even when you’re just lying on the couch or trying to fall asleep. It’s not always…
Ever wake up in the middle of the night feeling like you can’t breathe, with a strange tightness in your chest and a wheezing sound that just won’t quit? If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. One thing I’ve noticed over my years as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology clinic is how often patients…
Ever found yourself waking up with a dry, scratchy mouth and wondered, “Can asthma cause dry mouth at night?” As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen this question pop up more times than I can count. It’s one of those uncomfortable symptoms that often gets overlooked but can really affect your sleep quality and overall…
Can asthma cause restless sleep? Absolutely—and I’ve seen this play out time and again in my years as a pulmonary nurse practitioner. Honestly, it’s one of the most overlooked reasons why some of my patients wake up feeling like they’ve run a marathon instead of catching z’s. You wouldn’t believe how many people come in…
Ever woken up in the middle of the night feeling like your heart is racing or fluttering, and wondered, “Can asthma cause heart palpitations during sleep?” As a pulmonary nurse practitioner with years of hands-on experience, I’ve seen firsthand how tricky asthma can be—not just during the day but especially when it disrupts your nights….
If you’ve ever jolted awake in the middle of the night gasping for air, you’re not alone—and as a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve had countless patients ask me, “Can asthma cause gasping while sleeping?” The short answer? Absolutely. And it’s more common than most people realize. While we often associate asthma with daytime wheezing or…
If you’ve ever found yourself wheezing or coughing just as you’re trying to wind down for the night, you’re not alone. I can’t tell you how many of my patients ask me about the best foods for nighttime asthma relief—and honestly, it’s one of my favorite topics to chat about. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner…
Can asthma cause sleep disturbances? If you’re anything like the countless patients I’ve cared for as a Pulmonary Nurse, you’re probably nodding your head. I’ve had more late-night calls, panicked ER visits, and early morning check-ins related to this exact concern than I can count. Nighttime is when the body is supposed to be resting,…