Believe it or not, there are a few asthmatics that really do have asthma, but they exaggerate their symptoms to take advantage of it to the full extent to get what they want. We call these asthmatics the "Actors."
A while ago I had a patient I will refer to as "Carrie" who was admitted frequently with exacerbation of asthma. We RTs knew she was a great actor, so we referred to her diagnosis as "exaggeration of asthma."
When Carrie was a little girl she was...
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, here's a list of things we asthmatics ought to be thankful for: 1. Hippocrates recognizing asthma as a... Read more »
So, your son or daughter has been diagnosed with asthma, and his or her doctor has prescribed systemic glucocorticosteroids (GC) like... Read more »
See the accompanying comic strip about Jake Gallant! Allow me to introduce you to Jake, a Gallant Asthmatic. After spending the day at... Read more »
See the accompanying comic! Thomas was the apostle who did not believe Jesus had been resurrected. According to the Bible, (John... Read more »
Happy New Year, fellow asthmatics. If you're like me you focus on getting in better shape all year, but continue to fail. I'm going to... Read more »
Read the full text of Some Asthmatics Are Good Actors and leave a comment! Read all of Rick Frea's Posts Visit Respiratory Therapy Cave, Rick... Read more »
The oral corticosteroid prednisone is often prescribed for asthmatics and patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, but the medication is... Read more »
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Chronic asthmatic bronchitis refers to an underlying asthmatic problem in patients in whom the asthma has become so persistent that clinically... Read more »
People don't "outgrow" their asthma. Asthma is a chronic illness and there is no cure. If you had asthma, but you no longer have asthma symptoms,... Read more »
Ah, summer camp. It either brings back fond memories of sing-alongs by the fire and archery lessons with new friends -- or swatting bat-sized... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
