Can Asthma Turn into COPD?
Many people wonder if long-term asthma can eventually develop into chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). While asthma and COPD are distinct conditions, there is a [...]
Nocturnal Asthma: Why Symptoms Worsen at Night and How to Manage It
Nocturnal Asthma: Why Symptoms Worsen at Night and How to Manage It Have you ever noticed your asthma symptoms flaring up just as you're trying [...]
Can I get your help today?
Dear Patients and Friends, My daughter and I teamed up to release my second book (her first) today, Wednesday, October 1st! It is called Clear [...]
Can I get your help next Wednesday?
Dear Patients and Friends, My daughter and I teamed up to release my second book (her first) on Wednesday, October 1st! It is called Clear [...]
Exercise-Induced Asthma vs. Poor Fitness: When to Suspect a Breathing Disorder
Do you find yourself out of breath after just a few minutes of exercise? Do you wonder if it’s asthma or just poor fitness? You’re [...]
The Overlap Between Asthma and COPD: How to Differentiate and Treat
The Overlap Between Asthma and COPD: How to Differentiate and Treat If you or a loved one experiences frequent shortness of breath, wheezing, or coughing, [...]
The gut and asthma risk
More and more is being learned about the human microbiome, the collection of bacteria, viruses, and fungi, collectively known as microbes, that make their home [...]
Dupixent for refractory COPD flares?
Dupixent is a very important tool in the Allergist toolbox. It is currently used for a variety of allergic issues: Atopic dermatitis or eczema, for [...]
Dupixent for prurigo nodularis: Itching driving you crazy?
Has your itching been driving you crazy? Have you developed intensely itchy nodules all over? Are people hinting that your crazy? Are your doctors suggesting [...]
Xolair for food allergy
Xolair (omalizumab) has become the “go-to” allergy drug of the century. It recognizes serum Immunoglobulin E, IgE, what I call the allergic flag, because this [...]
