Did you know that, on average, 11 Americans die from asthma each day? This fact alone is enough to convey how life-threatening an asthma flare-up can be. An asthma attack, or flare-up, is a sudden worsening of asthma symptoms and lung function. An asthma flare-up can develop slowly– over hours, days, or sometimes weeks –…
If you or someone in your family is suffering from seasonal allergies, food allergies, asthma, or some other type of unusual reaction, it’s time to see an allergy doctor. Ideally, you’ll want to find a physician who can diagnose and treat people of all ages, so that the whole family can see the same allergy…
If you suffer with allergies or asthma, you may be affected by more than just outdoor allergens such as pollen. Controlling indoor allergens can help to improve air quality within the home and to reduce unpleasant allergic reactions and asthma. An allergy causes the body’s immune system to overreact to what is normally a nonthreatening substance –…
If your coughing has become a daily occurrence, you are probably wondering what is going on, and if it’s something serious. A chronic cough is defined as a cough that lasts six weeks or longer. There are many possible causes of a chronic cough, and it is possible to have more than one condition causing…
Summer is the best time of year to explore and spend time outdoors. However, if you have asthma, you will want to take extra precautions while planning your next adventure – so that an asthma attack doesn’t turn your vacation into a nightmare. Severe asthma attacks can cause your airways to swell and narrow, which…
When someone has an allergic reaction to a substance, their body mistakenly interprets the substance to be a harmful invader – such as a bacterium or a virus. Many people have allergies to pollen, peanuts, or dust. An allergy is an unpleasant experience capable of hindering your quality of life, and some people’s allergies can…
For anyone experiencing an asthma flare up, there is nothing more terrifying than not being able to breathe. Even for someone who has learned to manage their symptoms, a periodic flare up can be frightening and is never welcome. With asthma, there is no cure, only management of symptoms and learning how to prevent flare…
Breathing should be easy. After all, it is an activity that everyone must do to stay alive. The oxygen that we breathe into our lungs is needed for the life of every cell in our body. Lung disease is therefore a serious health issue that can be life-threatening. Unhealthy working conditions can affect the quality…
Did you know the average adult takes 15 to 20 breaths a minute? That equals 20,000 breaths a day. Our lungs have a big responsibility so if they are compromised by injury or disease, it can be detrimental. The number one reason for breathing problems is pulmonary – or lung –diseases, which also rank as…
Do you or your children suffer from frequent allergies? The sneezing, stuffy, runny nose, and itchy eyes that are associated with conditions such as allergic rhinitis, can really make you feel miserable. But did you know that controlling your allergies has more importance than just making you feel better? Besides the long term effects…
