Waking up coughing or short of breath? You’re not alone. Nearly 75% of people with asthma experience nighttime symptoms at least once per week, making restful sleep a challenge. This is especially important for residents in South Florida, where warm temperatures, humidity and indoor allergens can affect asthma year-round. If you’re one of the
If you have asthma and allergies, you’re not alone—these two conditions are closely connected, and many people experience both. In fact, allergic asthma is the most common type of asthma, meaning allergens like pollen, pet dander or dust mites can easily trigger breathing difficulties. While allergies and asthma are different conditions, they often go hand
Asthma tests are nothing to fear! Whether you’ve been dealing with persistent coughing, shortness of breath or unexplained wheezing, asthma testing is a crucial step in getting the right diagnosis and treatment. If you or a loved one are preparing for an asthma test, knowing what to expect can help ease anxiety around the experience.
For nearly the millions of Americans living with asthma, the thought of exercise can feel daunting. Concerns about triggering an asthma attack might tempt you to skip the gym and stay home instead. However, with the right approach and management, exercise doesn’t just become possible – it can also significantly enhance your quality of life.
In a perfect world, asthma would be a thing of the past. However, this very real health concern is a staple of life for more than 25 million Americans. The good news is that this common respiratory condition is also well-understood. By working alongside your allergy and asthma specialist, you can create a plan that
Yoram Padeh, M.D., talks about several exciting new treatments for asthma and atopic dermatitis called biologics. Schedule an appointment to explore these options.
All asthmatics who have symptoms more that twice a week, on average, need to be on some form of daily maintenance therapy.
Some of these allergy “myths” are almost a part of popular culture, but let’s dispel some of these misconceptions about allergies and asthma in South Florida.
View a video of Dr. Gershman reviewing asthma inhaler techniques using various types of inhalers such as a metered dose inhaler.
Vocal Cord Dysfunction is a very common problem, Dr. Gershman shares about a dysfunction that could be impacting your asthma.
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