Vocal cord dysfunction (VCD) is a functional respiratory tract disorder resulting from paradoxical adduction of the vocal cords, complicates the diagnosis and management of common respiratory tract problems, including asthma. The recognition of VCD in a patient with atypical or difficult-to-control asthma is critical in minimizing symptoms and potential side-effects associated with treatment of severe asthma. The symptoms of VCD are not unique to the disorder and include cough, wheeze, stridor, dyspnea, hoarseness, and choking. (more…)
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Spring has finally arrived. With it comes many form of spring allergies. I am a victim of the year along of and spring allergies. First, look at the most boring story of all my problems with allergies: nasal congestion. When we heard the term nasal congestion and nasal allergen, you may not realize how annoying and painful it is. Of course I know all this because I suffered from this kind of nose allergies, that the condition can cause a stuffy nose. (more…)
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Are you frustrated because sneezing a lot? The real problem may be right in your face under your nose, literally! Sinus infection or sinusitis is an irritation of the sinuses. Sinuses is the air openings in the bones of the face lined with mucous membranes alongside with nose passage way. The infection in this area leads to suppression of infection in the nasal blockage or nasal allergen, which leads to inflammation of the sinuses. (more…)
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Do you suffer from allergies and asthma? If yes, then probably you are very sensitive to allergens and particles suspended in the air. We are now looking for the usual suspects of your allergies and asthma like animal hair, pollen and dust. These three substances are the most common allergen around. In this case you need indoor air vacuum cleaner to get rid of those indoor allergy and asthma attacks. (more…)
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