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An Asthma Action Plan will help you become a Gallant Asthmatic

So, you've come to the realization that you are not the best asthmatic -- you're like Joe Goofus. You use your inhaler way too often and you recognize -- perhaps from reading my post "the 31 signs you might be a bronchodilatoraholic" -- that you overuse your rescue inhaler.   Now you are wondering, "What do I do to break my... Read moreChevron
posted 02/24/2009, comments (3)|
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When Asthma Isn't Causing Your Shortness of Breath

In this entry, I would like to comment on how the fact that asthma is such a common disease can in some cases lead to individuals being told they have "asthma," yet on detailed review with specialized tests, are found not to have asthma. I know that this can sound a little confusing: "My doctor told me I have asthma and I am taking asthma... Read moreChevron
posted 01/16/2009, comments (4)|
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Five things that could get in the way of a healthy you (and how to get around them!).

So you've come to grips with your asthma. That's great! I know you're committed to living healthier with this chronic condition, but here are five things that could get in your way (and how to get around them!). 1.  Frustration:  You decide to work out with your friend, jogging with him and you realize that you simply cannot keep... Read moreChevron
posted 01/07/2009, comments (0)|
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Is Your Christmas Tree Making You Wheeze?

Doc, I get sick every Christmas and end up missing a few days of work. I take my family out to pick a live tree the weekend after Thanksgiving every year and 1-2 weeks later my asthma flares up. Could I be allergic to my Christmas tree?     The Christmas holiday season brings more than song and joy to asthma and allergy sufferers... Read moreChevron
posted 12/11/2008, comments (0)|
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United Airways - How Allergies & Asthma Are Linked

There's a reason why you almost always hear asthma and allergies mentioned together in the same breath. It's because allergies are the underlying basis for the majority of cases of asthma, especially in children. But adult asthma is also frequently related to allergies.   Experts talk about the "Atopy Triad". Atopy is a fancy medical term... Read moreChevron
posted 11/23/2008, comments (0)|
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