The fall allergy season is here and for those of us with asthma, things are that much trickier. But by taking some simple precautions, you can make this season a lot more pleasant.
Good news for asthma sufferers! According to a recent article by The Times of India, a group of researchers from the University of California San Francisco (UCSF), Johns Hopkins University, and Duke University have discovered a new potential treatment for asthma.
Did you know that pets also benefit from nebulizer treatments? Like humans, they can suffer respiratory issues such as asthma, pneumonia or even the common cold. That’s why the Humane Society in St. Lucie County (HSSLC) is looking for donations of used nebulizers. The cats and kittens staying at the HSSLC shelter are in contact with numerous other cats, which unfortunately makes catching a cold much more likely.
Life gets so busy, it’s easy to forget about medication. Especially when you or your child aren’t showing any symptoms. Here are 3 tips for remembering nebulizer treatments no matter how crazy life gets.
For young children not yet used to nebulizer treatments, the experience can sometimes be scary. But there are several pediatric nebulizers designed to be kid-friendly and keep your child occupied during his or her treatment. Here are some of our most popular models.
Grant from Santa Ana wrote in saying, “I have to take regular nebulizer treatments for my asthma. What’s the difference between a tabletop nebulizer machine and a handheld nebulizer? Is there one you’d recommend over the other?”
Josh from Missouri wrote in asking, “Do nebulisers need to be cleaned/sterilized? How often should I do this?”
Typically, it is recommended that you do a quick cleaning of your nebulizer (part that holds the medicine) after each use and sterilize it once a week. The cleaning is simple and shouldn’t take more than a couple minutes.
Asthma triggers vary from person to person, but some are more common than others. Here are four of the most common triggers and what you can do to avoid them.
Back to school can be a difficult time for any young student, but for kids with asthma, it can bring a new set of challenges. Fear of an asthma attack at school, or worrying about the stigma attached to a loud and disruptive breathing machine can cause anxiety for kids. Creating a written asthma action plan with together with your healthcare provider can help your child to feel in control of his asthma and reduce anxiety.
Occasionally, we’ll get asked what the difference is between a nebulizer and a vaporizer. Or between a nebulizer and a humidifier. Though they all have to do with respiratory care, they all work differently and serve different purposes.
