It can be concerning when you develop a chronic cough, wheezing, or shortness of breath. Especially if you are a current or former smoker or if you have a family history of lung disease or cancer, you should see a doctor for these symptoms to get a diagnosis. Searching your symptoms online may not be […]
Asthma
How Oak Pollen Can Affect Asthma Patients
February is upon us, and the Florida oak and tree pollen season is in full swing. Many people have allergic symptoms during oak pollen season, which will last until about the end of May. These allergies can be troublesome for many people, but for patients with asthma this allergy can come with some additional complications. […]
Common Treatments for Severe Asthma
Asthma is a chronic condition due to airway inflammation. All asthma patients should have a rescue inhaler or nebulizer to use as needed. Most asthma sufferers also take a controller medication daily. In some cases, asthma symptoms are severe or difficult to treat and additional measures may be necessary. Acute Asthma Flares Acute asthma flares […]
When to Have Pulmonary Function Testing
Pulmonary function testing determines how well your lungs are functioning. This type of testing will help a doctor determine how much air your lungs can hold and how fast the air can be inhaled and exhaled through the respiratory system. Pulmonary function testing can take a few different forms, but there are two primary types […]
Controlling Asthma at School
For kids with asthma, school can be tough to navigate. Asthma flare-ups can happen any time and any place. For asthmatics, one of the scariest things is having a flare-up when you aren’t prepared or expecting it. The best thing asthmatic kids – and their parents – can do is focus on controlling symptoms and […]
