Tke5768

Just checking up on you to find out how everything went with the wedding this weekend.  I hope it turned out ok.

[tke5768]

Thank u so much for thinking of me. Unfortunatly it is not for another 5 days. I am freaking out really bad. I have asthma, and I was just diagnosed with it about 3 yrs ago, I also have chronic sinusitis. Right now where I live the allergies are gonna kill me, I can't really tell if I am having asthma problems, or anxiety. My stomach is in knotts. I really appreciate the support. Right now I am just not going well. I am trying to be as positive as possible, however the mind just takes over. Racing, racing, racing. Thank-u again have a great 4th.

[spade22]

Sorry I got the dates wrong - hang in there.

Do you have a spirometer?  This is a device that allows you to measure your lung function.  During an asthma attack your lung function will be lower than your "standard" value but during an anxiety attack you are not likely to notice a decrease in lung function (people tend to hyperventilate during a PA which makes them FEEL like they arent getting enough air - infact the opposite is true).  You can buy  hand-held spirometers relatively cheaply which you could use to  differientiate between the two conditions.

Are you on any medications for your allergies?  There are a lot of things your doctor can prescribe that can help with that.  Of course there are many OTC medications you can take but they dont tend to be as effective  as those by rx only.

[tke5768]

hello spade22, well let's see I started on zyrtec,pulmicort,singulair,flonase,sinus rinses, and of course an antibiotic.this went on for months, then I went to prednisone, and then got surgery. That did not work either. My ears always pop whenever I swallow. I get dizzy from time to time. Headaches, eye disturbances, FATIQUE. Now I am on the same stuff but I also steam my sinuses too. I have tried all kind of herbs, and changed my entire diet and only drink water. I have lost 30 pounds. I try to excercise as much as possible. I also get 3 shots a week. I feel like a pin cushion.Now I am having a problem getting rid of a yeast infection I got from the last med I was on. (augmentin) so i stopped taking antibiotic in april and I will not take them again unless I absolutley half to. When it gets real bad i rinse as many times a day as possible.