Asthma Symptoms

Question: Asthma symptoms? I recently went to the doctor to get examined because I have been having trouble breathing (asthma runs in my family). He prescribed an inhaler, but it seemed to make my breathing worse - it felt like my throat was closing up. So I went back to the doctor, and he prescribed prednisone, and it seems to be getting a little better, but even he doesn't know what it is (he said it could possibly be hypervenalation). I'm mostly okay when I am sitting or standing, but when I lay down or try to sleep it gets very hard to breath & it feels like there is something in my throat & i can't get it out, and it kinda feels like my throat is closing up. Are these symptoms of asthma or hypervenalation?

Answer: I've had asthma practically my entire life and that doesn't sound like asthma to me. I know everyone's asthma is different, but I've never heard of anyone diagnosed with asthma who felt like their throat was closing up. When my asthma was really bad, I would have a hard time breathing when I was laying down, but I felt it in my chest, not my throat. Whenever I have asthma problems now, it's always in my chest. My friend had something similar to what you have, with feeling like her throat was closing up...she was diagnosed with something called reactive airway disease. I don't know what you would have. One suggestion I have for you, when you lay down, keep your head propped up with extra pillows...don't just lay flat on one pillow. Being propped up helps keep your airway more open. Good luck!

Question: What symptoms may cause a doctor to prescribe Albuterol over other asthma medications? For what particular asthma symptoms does Albuterol (Salbutamol) cater to? Why may a doctor determine that his or her patient needs to take albuterol instead of other potential asthma medications?

Answer: Fast acting B2 agonists like albuterol "cater" to the bronchial smooth muscle constriction that is occuring arround your lower airways. the albuterol relaxes the smooth muscle allowing the bronchioles to widen and more air to pass. There is airway inflammation occuring as well that is usually taken care of with steroids. If you use your inhaler more than twice a week your asthma may not be controlled and you may need to be taking controller meds as well. Like Nichole mentioned Albuterol is the cheapest and most widely used beta agonist rescue inhaler. there is another that is used but it hasn't been proven to work any better or faster and its about 6 times as expensive.

Question: Asthma Symptoms? I just played basketball for an hour an half or so, a few breaks. I have asthma pretty much. After I was done playing I had shortness of breath, wheezing. It was hard to catch my breath and return to normal breathing and I could not take a deep breath without coughing. When i got home, i ate, showered. Then my face and hand began to tingle slightly. Is this from asthma? is it because the air isnt flowing properly? Any solutions? Im going to see my doctor soon

Answer: The tingling is NOT due to lack of oxygen. It is from you HYPERVENTILATING and blowing off too much carbon dioxide after playing basketball. This is common in asthma patients. At the onset of an asthma episode the person begins to hyperventilate (breathe harder and faster). Their initial symptoms produce a Blood gas with the results of acute respiratory alkalosis before either normalizing or worsening. It sounds like you probably normalized after resting for a while or probably while in the shower but that might not always be the case. Like the previous answerer said you should always have your inhalers handy in case of an emergency. If you are going to be participating in sports it may be a good idea to take your asthma meds about 15 minutes before you start exerting yourself to reduce the likelyhood of exercise induced asthma. Good Luck in the future

Question: What can I do to aid my asthma symptoms? I had to stay over at my boyfriend's house for a few days. I'm an asthma patient, but rarely get symptoms so I forgot my inhaler and I have no way to reach it. I've heard there are remedies I could do at home, can anyone tell me the most effective? Please and thank you!

Answer: Caffeine is considered to be the worst enemy of asthma. It is highly recommended to stop the intake of coffee and other caffeine products as soon as possible. Honey is an effective asthma attack home remedy. In case you suffer from an attack, breathe directly from a jar of honey. This will help you breathe more easily. Lime juice is believed to be an extremely effective asthma attack remedy. Squeeze an entire lemon in a glassful of water and consume this concoction after each and every meal. Vitamin C and zinc help prevent an asthma attack to a great extent. Foods containing high levels of vitamin C include citrus fruits, Brussels sprouts and broccoli among many others. Red meat contains high levels of zinc, but it should be consumed in small portions as they create further health problems. These are some of the effective asthma attack home remedies.

Question: Are there any home remedies that can lessen the effects of asthma symptoms? I went to my doctor due to the asthma symptoms, and he told me that it would go away when the pollen levels get a touch lower. He told me to try some home treatment and remedies, like honey, in the meantime, and I wanted to see more suggestions. Thanks for the help!

Answer: Well caffiene is a mild bronchodilator so you may try drinking soda or coffee. Keep in mind that this doesnt work fast, it takes time for it to dissolve in your bloodstream. Also, you may try Oregano, I have heard from several of my patient that it helps them. There is an Oregano supplement called Oregomax that you can buy at most vitamin stores.

Question: Ways to relieve asthma symptoms with alternative medicine? ? I have asthma and recently it has been giving me some trouble. I have been put on Prednisone and am already using flovent and albuteral. does anyone have any homeopathic remedies that might help relieve some of my asthma symptoms?

Answer: be very careful taking any kind of herbal medicine for asthma. you might accidentally ingest something you are allregic to and make yourself worse.

Question: Is it possible to have the asthma symptoms without necessarily having an attack? I have a friend who was know to have asthma attacks when she was a lot younger but for the recent years it seem like she doesn't have but she still has symptoms of her chest feeling really tight, and shortness of breath and anxiety even when she in't doing anything really. I really don't understand cause she wanders if she's having an attack or not, because all she feels ar the symptoms without really struggling for breath

Answer: Asthma has varying degrees of severity. You can grow out of it and it can get worse at any time in your life. All it takes is just the right trigger, like allergies, smoke, etc. She very well could have some bronchoconstriction without having a full blown attack. She needs to at the very least be checked by her doc and be placed on an Albuterol inhaler with a spacer. This will relieve the chest tightness that she feels.

Question: How come I have a high peak flow reading, but i still have asthma symptoms? My peak flow is 422. I am a 15 year old male. My peak flow has been around this number even a few years ago when i was shorter. I have to use my inhaler every 2-3 days. On the days that i don't, i have a slight cough. Its a wet cough. I run 5 miles almost every day. Why do i have asthma symptoms even though i have a good peak flow?

Answer: it is probably inherited ! i have it also .

Question: What kinds of tea help with the symptoms of asthma? I have heard that tea could help relieve asthma symptoms, but I don't know if it's green or black, and if there are any herba/ teas that might help.

Answer: In theory, there are two things about tea that can help: the steam/hot liquid (which is a wash in comparison) and the bromoxanthines like caffeine. These chemicals have weak bronchodilator properties, enough for people to talk about but not enough to be useful. Your rescue inhaler is several orders of magnitude more potent. There may also be something immeasurable here. Before rescue inhalers were ubiquitous, the primary drug used for asthma was a stronger bromoxanthine-type drug, theophylline. It's fallen out of favor in both asthma and COPD for the most part, because the combination of theophylline and albuterol, as an example, shows no measurable benefit over albuterol alone. And yet some patients, more with COPD than asthma, feel like they're breathing better even when their spirometry shows no improvement. If you want to experiment, I'd think the strongest, blackest tea you can stand would be the thing to try first.

Question: Can someone give me any home remedies for asthma symptoms and any other info on asthma that might be helpful? are there any home remedies for asthma's symptoms?

Answer: If you or your child are having an asthma attach, and have no ventelin on hand, the doctors tell you to drink black coffee. not sure if it should be warm or cold, but something tells me maybe cold. my daughter used to have it and I bought her these aroma therapy jars, one was ucaliptus and the other was jasmin I believe. I would put them in her room when she was sick and not breathing well, and they really do help.

Question: why do my asthma symptoms get worse at night or early in the morning? i have noticed that my asthma symptoms are worst early in the morning or at night. i read in a book that they do get worse, but i dont know why. can someone tell me please. btw, thanks for the answers. :]

Answer: I notice the same thing The exact reasons for why asthma is worse during sleep are not known. Still, there are many explanations for what may cause nocturnal asthma. Some of these may involve increased exposure to allergens at night, cooling of the airways, the reclining position, or hormone secretions that follow a circadian pattern. Sleep itself may even cause changes in bronchial function

Question: A recent cold has resparked some of my asthma symptoms and weakened my lungs? The track season is just 1 week in and spots for the 4x4 this year are going to be tight. We should be at least top 8 in the state this year. would it be unethical for me to get powerbreathe to cope with my asthma symptoms and strengthen my lungs quicker? The product just looks like a bigger asthma inhaler but i dont want to get myself disqualifed or banned because of cheating.

Answer: You need an inhaler bc you have asthma so I'd use it. Just take it 10 mins before hand. You won't be disqualified bc you have a medical condition requiring treatment

Question: Do you know of any good way to help asthma symptoms? Hi! I have asthma and am on meds but, i cough all the time and tomarrow i am going to be outside in the city and need to know if there is something that can help my asthma symptoms along with my inhaler. I am also prone to sickness and am trying not to get sick. any suggestions? Please be kind:)

Answer: It is always best to ask you MD about these issues because asthma affects individuals differently. If you know what some of your triggers are, it is always best to avoid them. Perhaps if you know you are going to have a reaction, take a breathing treatment prior to the outing. I know that asthmatics tend to have a rescue inhaler as well as nebulizers they sometime use at home (especially in these colder months). Also your doctor should have prescribed you a long acting agent such as serevent (usually 2 puffs twice a day) as a maintenance therapy. Corticosteroids are also good antiinflammatory agents. Intal and Tilade are good first-line preventer antiinflammatory agents. Depends on your type of asthma as well. Is it intrinsic or extrinsic? As always check with your MD because they can make a specialized plan and recommendations for you.

Question: Why do my asthma symptoms increase while I'm driving? I noticed that I always get an increase in my asthma/breathing symptoms behind the wheel, especially on the highway. Is this because of increased stress, or am I also breathing in toxins on the roads which are triggering it?

Answer: Do you only notice the symptoms when you are behind the wheel, or is it the same if you are a passenger? If its only when driving, I'd say stress. Otherwise, it may be the toxins. Or maybe you're just allergic to your car!

Question: Describe what causes asthma symptoms to occur? Describe what causes asthma symptoms to occur? i have to do an essay on asthma iut i have to answer questions for. I have printed information but it doesn't say there. someone please help me answer this. really apprciated. thaANKS

Answer: You sound helpless. WWW.Google.com, type in "Asthma info" and get your info there. Seriously, please do your own work.

Question: Can Ginkgo Biloba help treat asthma symptoms? I am thinking about taking Ginkgo Biloba to help control my asthma symptoms and I am for people that had success doing this and how much Ginkgo Biloba they took?

Answer: It has no known effect on asthma. Don't waste your time.