stop breathing suddenly

[mery19]

I have asthma since 8 years ago. (I am 52). I have allergie to the dust, however sometimes something in the air could start a crisis. When a have a cold usually it causes a crisis. The doctors told me about this desease and they are treating me. I have the next question, I asked to other people that have asthma if they feel what I feel, but none understood me. I know that they cough and cough. Sometimes when I begin to cough continuously for 1 or 2 minutes, suddenly I cant breath, I try to keep air in my lungs, but  it takes some time.I react like the people that is choking. I want to know if there are another persons who has this experience when they are having a crisis. Thank you.      

[caregiver222]

It's a fairly common occurance.

The airways suddenly "spasm" and don't admit oxygen.

It is critical to have an emergency albuteral sulfate inhaler available at all times, as well as using a steroidal aerosol.

This is a life-threatening situation.

[ChitChatNine]

PS:  Could be anaphylaxis if it is an allergin .. or, the beginning stages.  Please see an allergist maybe, too.

[ChitChatNine]

Hi,

Am not a doctor but this sounds very serious and should be brought to the attn of your doctor .. you may be experiencing a bronchospasm which, if left untreated can be fatal.

C~