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Asthma

Asthma is an inflammatory lung disease characterized by obstruction, inflammation and hyper-responsiveness. It causes recurrent breathing problems. In this section, you can talk about asthma symptoms and management, risk factors, attacks, diagnosis and treatment.

I cough up "gobs" of mucus,..what's going on?

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I have had asthma since I was 22 (I'm now 33) On occasion I noticed that I have something in the back of my throat. It almost feels like I'm wheezing to. When I try to cough, I bring up clear jelly-like mucus (usually in the shape of a small ball). Is this something (since I do suffer from asthma) I...

by User avatar Jason Lanzo105587

CHEST PAIN AND SHORT BREATHING

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i am 30 yrs old. from last 2 week i have problem of short breathing and some time pain in left side of chest some time i feel this pain on upper level of my back and it also goes to under left arm and it comes and goes and i also feel sweat in my hands. idont sleep very well its on and off. doc...

by User avatar ARIFJEEE52998

athsma symptoms

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I know that recognizing the signs and symptoms of asthma is very important part of managing asthma. Since I have got son, and husband’s family is full of asthmatic cousins, I want to know more about it. I have heard that early warning signs or mild symptoms are occurring is helpful. Then...

by User avatar Guest

quit smoking & asthma

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I quit smoking two months ago and ever sense my asthma which has been controlled till now has been totally out of control to where I am using my albuteral so much I go through a bottle a week. My doctor has given me many other kinds of asthma medication but nothing seems to work. I get this spasm...

by User avatar Vangie15296

is the primatene mist inhaler safe to use while breastfeeding?

Hello, I am 27 years old and I just had my first baby. But, my asthma became worse during pregnancy because I did not use medications that often (because of the baby). I am breastfeeding now and I would like to know is Primatene mist inhaler safe to use in this period?

by User avatar marjie44338

respiratory disorders/ ceiling fans

Is it okay to sleep under a ceiling fan if you have asthma or bronichial spasms? I have bronchitis and acid reflux that caused the spasms and spent three days in the Hospital. It's hard for me to breath without a fan but my son thinks it is bad for my lungs???? Thank's, Beth

by User avatar Guest

side effects of symbicort

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I have had an awfully tough time with asthma over the last couple of months, including two trips to the ER. My increased asthma has now led to a new prescription of yet another medication - symbicort. I have to admit I didn't start taking it yet, despite the fact I feel wheezy all the time. I am...

by User avatar lynna_159479159479

side effects of steroids prednisolone

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Dear all, My daughter is 15 years old and has severe asthma. She was hospitalised twice in the last month for asthma attacks and has now been prescribed prednisolone. We hope that she will be better soon. My daughter has been studying the instruction manual with the prednisolone, and has been...

by User avatar bone189204226

how to avoid asthmatic attacks…I'm new at this

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Hi, I got allergic brochitis, that has fast developed to asthma. The doctor gave me Ventolin, and Claritine. How can I influence my condition?

by User avatar Guest

Things to know about asthma

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Over 5.2 million UK inhabitants suffer from Asthma. It can simply happen to anyone just anywhere, anytime! But on a happier note, there is no need for asthma to stop a person living the enjoyable life. Asthma is a controllable but not curable disease. The World Health Organization says 100-150...

by User avatar lucky29