A 39-year-old member asked:
I'm worried because my boyfriend has bad asthma, what do you suggest?
1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Michael Zacharisenanswered
Allergy and Immunology 35 years experience
See specialist: Asthma can be severe and even life threatening. Frequently patients underestimate the degree of severity of asthma. It's reassuring that he has a person who cares deeply about his health. An asthma specialist (allergist or pulmonologist) is specifically trained to develop a treatment plan including avoiding asthma triggers, medications and possibly allergy shots to control asthma. Don't delay!
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A 48-year-old member asked:
I'm worried because my asthma has gotten really bad, what do you suggest?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Richard Williamsanswered
Pharmacy 20 years experience
See your physician: If your asthma has worsened, you may need a correction in your "controller" inhaler. If you are not using one, you may be a candidate. Only your physician can make this determiniation.
Good luck.
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