I have been an astmatic for almost 10 years now, so i feel like i have a good understanding of my breathing patterns. I had free usage of my inhaler when i was 9. Unfortuantly, my parnets made a mistake in allowing me to have control over my intake of it. I didnt understand than that not being able to breathe after activities was normal. I am not sure if its possible, but i belive i am addicted to my inhaler. I will be doing nothing and i will litterally start wheezing and feel the need to take my inhaler. My doctor just took me off albuterol and wants me to use zopenex(pronounced). I have stopped using any type of inhaler for the past week and im not sure if possible but i feel like my lungs are getting stronger as i havnt felt the need to use it yet EXCEPT when i go to try to sleep. I will be laying in bed, completely still and i feel like my chest is tightening up. (ive had to use my nebulizer 2 times/wk). I have to move my feet and stay moving while i fall asleep.
Answer:
you might be addicted to it. why not ask your doctor.
See a doctor and remember, drink Cranberry juice!!
you may just need a daily steriod inhaler like advair or something. I actually need nebulizers before bed because laying down does make it harder to breathe and I end up coughing. Either way talk to your dr and see if you can come up with a solution. Everyone is different
The medicine and health information post by website user , ByeDR.com not guarantee correctness , is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions.
More Questions and Answers...I have trouble breathing when the weather is really hot/humid/hazy .. do i have asthma?
Pancreatic Cancer?
About kidney?
Is a brain freeze bad for you?
I have smelly discharge and my vagina itches like crazy. I am not sexually active, what can it be?
I need help.. is this ring worm??
Benefit/Fundraiser for sick child?
What is a staghorn kidney stone?
Cold Sores constantly--HELP!?
What products can i buy at the store that give you clear skin fast?