Saturday, February 11, 2012

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Good Asthma Control Includes Being Able to Exercise Without Limitations

 A parent of one of my 10 year old asthma patients found that the Phys ed teacher frequently assigned her son to the goalie position during soccer games because of his exercise related breathing problems. The child was embarrassed and discouraged by his being singled out because of his soccer field struggles. The problem here is mom was... Read moreChevron
posted 05/31/2011, comments (0)|
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Do Your Part for Asthma Awareness - Spread the Word!

This sharepost is aimed at all your parents of kids with asthma, and I know there are a lot of you out there. Asthma is one of the most common childhood health conditions nowadays. And, while many parents and other people who come into contact with asthma kids are quite familiar with asthma and how to manage it, there are still many who... Read moreChevron
posted 05/27/2011, comments (0)|
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Classifying Asthma by Severity Level

Asthma does not look the same in every person. Although there are common symptoms, what can vary greatly from person to person is the severity and intensity of those symptoms.   For that reason, Asthma experts have devised a ranking system of severity levels. The reasons for this is to help understand the course of the disease in people of... Read moreChevron
posted 04/02/2011, comments (0)|
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Tips for Families & Friends of Asthmatics - How You Can Help During an Asthma Attack

Asthma attacks can be frightening, both for those having them, as well as for their loved ones who watch them go through the experience. As a caregiver or friend, you  may feel helpless when your friend starts to wheeze, hack and struggle to breathe.   But there are some positive action steps you can take that could make a difference in... Read moreChevron
posted 04/02/2011, comments (0)|
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I was dx with RA in 2008 along with Fibro. Pain is the game, with IBS and nausea at times.
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Why no warning!!!

I don't have many attacks.  But when i do, I have "no" warning.  Maybe a tickle in my throat... but then you'd better be ready!!!!  I can't breathe at all!!  Nothing gets through!!  I freak!!!  The first time it happened was at work.  Thank goodness, I was working in a Cardiology office, I sat with a nurse.... Read moreChevron
posted 01/18/2011, comments (0)|
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