Asthma Questions

1. Why won't this persistent cough go away?

   I hope that you are being seen by a health care professional for this cough! If not, then go see one right away. If you have seen someone already and they haven't helped you, I would add that they need to send you to a pulmonologist (lung doctor) to see if anymore testing can be done to determine why you are coughing...
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2. If I have allergies, bronchitis, asthma, and frequent sinus inflammation, how will second hand smoke affect me?

   Due to your allergies and lung issues, you should try to avoid cigarette smoke at all costs, as it could make all of those conditions worse. That being said, even with your partner smoking in the bathroom, smoke can still get out into your house and cause you breathing issues...
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3. Can I get paid to relocate back to Michigan to care for my mother?

   There may not be any funds to pay for your relocation, but it's possible that you could get paid to take care of your mother, and maybe also your aunt, once you get to Michigan. If either your mother or aunt has low income and assets, they each might qualify for Medicaid, which provides in-home care...
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4. What can I try to deal with a chronic cough?

   Chronic cough can be caused by many things. The most common are lung diseases (asthma, bronchitis), allergies, acid reflux, or throat problems. You mention the "change in atmosphere, smells, etc." bringing on your cough. This sounds like asthma, or bronchospasm, which can cause a wheezy cough. Have you ever been diagnosed with asthma...
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5. How long will it take for my COPD and asthma to keep me from walking?

   One important and perhaps underused treatment that may help your ability to walk again, even up hills and stairs, may be pulmonary rehabilitation. Pulmonary rehabilitation is generally appropriate for patients with COPD and shortness of breath while walking...
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6. How does asthma and emphysema develop?

   Unfortunately, you have found out that just because you are a non-smoker doesn't mean you will not get lung disease. Asthma is one of the major causes of obstructive lung disease, also known as emphysema. The course of asthma often starts in childhood and/ or young adulthood, when it will cause trouble...
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7. How do you determine which health issue is causing numbness in my mother's legs?

   It's hard to say, but this isn't a typical symptom of congestive heart failure. Usually with heart failure, you'd have exercise limitations, shortness of breath, and swelling in the legs. Since she's not losing consciousness or feeling dizzy or light-headed, it makes things like arrhythmias common with CHF less likely...
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8. Is constant throat clearing a symptom of something more serious?

   Constant clearing of the throat is usually a sign of post-nasal drip from allergies. What happens is that your sinuses get clogged, then the drainage drips down the back of your throat, causing you to feel like you have to constantly clear your throat...
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9. Is there any link between viral asthma and Crohn's?

   Viral asthma, is a temporary asthma that is caused by an inflammation of the bronchi caused by a virus. It is a temporary respiratory disease that is usually treated with an inhaler.Viral asthma patients may have a flare up again with something as small as the common cold, because it is a virus...
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10. How many asthma cases are there per year?

    There are 4000 deaths per year due to asthma. Asthma is one of the leading reasons for emergency visits. In a study that was conducted in April of 2010, England is now the in the lead of the most asthma cases.
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11. Does asthma cause phlegm?

    It does, but only in some people. They generally produce a sticky, clear type. Production amount varies with each case.
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12. Is sesame oil good for asthma?

    Yes, being useful for shortness of breath and asthma is one of many characteristics of sesame! And sesame oil contains all the nutrients of sesame seeds.
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13. What does asthma do to the body?

    When you breathe in oxygen, it is carried down your windpipe and into your lungs via your bronchi. Once there, the tissue in your lungs absorbs the oxygen into your bloodstream. Having an asthma attack means the lining of the bronchi constricts which does not allow much oxygen to pass through the tubes...
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14. What are the best places to live if you have asthma?

    The best places to live if you have asthma are places that have a dry climate. Usually the best places are those tolerated well by someone who has other allergies. You don't want to live somewhere that is damp a good bit of the time. If you have allergies to certain plants or vegetation, you must be careful also...
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15. Can a severe asthma attack kill you?

    A severe asthma attack can indeed kill you. There will be a lack of oxygen in your lungs and it will restrict your breathing. If you do not have your inhaler to get some air you will not survive.
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16. Can carpet cause asthma?

    Yes, it sure can. Carpet can be made of natural or man-made fibers and a person can be allergic to either kind. As you know, most asthma attacks are a result of being around something you are allergic to and asthma is kind of an exaggerated reaction. Most people have the worst experience with carpets that have wool in them...
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17. Can I take nyquil while on asthma medication?

    As far as I am aware, you can not take nyquil if you are on asthma medication. If you feel you need to take a medicine for symptoms that require Nyquil, speak to your doctor first or go to the pharmacy and ask them what you can take. I don't take Nyquil because I am an asthmatic and it speeds up my heart...
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18. Can spirometry differentiate between asthma and bronchitis?

    Spirometry is a Pulmonary Funtion Test, measuring the volume and speed of air upon exhalation. Asthma and Acute Bronchitis have similar results based on spirometry, so other testing will likely be needed. Your final diagnosis may be based on your improvement after recieving medication, such as a bronchodilator...
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19. How is asthma detected?

    Asthma is a diagnosis that is often made clinically. This means that a doctor can give the diagnosis based on a patient's history of symptoms and the patient's physical exam. Typical symptoms of asthma include episodes of coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. Often symptoms are worse at night or early in the morning...
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20. What famous people have asthma?

    There are a ton of famous people that have asthma. Asthma is very common. Everyone from Alice Cooper to Antonio Vivaldi are or were asthmatics. Getasthmahelp.org as a long list of people in different catagories that suffer from asthma.
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