16th November 2007
So you're using Pulmicort? If that's right, what you have is an inhaled steroid. A "controller" medication that reduces inflamation. You may also need a long acting bronchiodilator and definitely a fast acting medication - albuterol is the most common one of those.
My coughing gets worse when I speak or sing, but with the right medication, the coughing is substantially reduced or totally eliminated.
It may take some time to get the right medications and for you to learn to recognize triggers - things that make you cough - and how to prevent the symptoms. Definitely go see the lung specialist as soon as you can - that doc will be a big help in getting your asthma under control.
Initially asthma seems frustrating - a life of coughing? ;-(, but with the right medications and a good attitude, it isn't that bad. I have moderate persistent asthma. I use 5 daily medications, plus my reliever medication, and in the colder winter weather that we have this time of year (fog, ice, and possible snow) - it can be a challenge. But I also have a sense of humor - my husband and I joke about my asthma often. Things will get better for you!
My coughing gets worse when I speak or sing, but with the right medication, the coughing is substantially reduced or totally eliminated.
It may take some time to get the right medications and for you to learn to recognize triggers - things that make you cough - and how to prevent the symptoms. Definitely go see the lung specialist as soon as you can - that doc will be a big help in getting your asthma under control.
Initially asthma seems frustrating - a life of coughing? ;-(, but with the right medications and a good attitude, it isn't that bad. I have moderate persistent asthma. I use 5 daily medications, plus my reliever medication, and in the colder winter weather that we have this time of year (fog, ice, and possible snow) - it can be a challenge. But I also have a sense of humor - my husband and I joke about my asthma often. Things will get better for you!