Does asthma come and go?
I've been told I have mild asthma, but sometimes I'll go weeks without any symptoms, then suddenly it comes back. Is it normal for asthma to act like this, coming and going, or does it usually stay consistent once it starts?
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6 months ago
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Yes, asthma symptoms can definitely come and go depending on triggers, weather, or infections. Even if you feel perfectly fine now, the underlying inflammation remains, so never stop your controller inhaler without asking your doctor.
6 months ago
Look, asthma is a chronic thing, meaning it stays inside but the symptoms come and go. Just because you are breathing fine today doesn't mean you are cured. Be smart and keep your doctor's prescriptions updated.
6 months ago
It absolutely does. You might go months without a single wheeze and then suddenly get a flare-up during allergy season. Keep your rescue inhaler handy at all times, even during your good months.
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6 months ago
In my personal experience, my asthma completely disappears during summer but comes back with a vengeance during monsoon. I can't speak for everyone, but seasonal changes are a major factor for me.
5 months ago
My doctor at the hospital explained that asthma is a variable disease, meaning it fluctuates naturally. You must ask your doctor clearly about how to manage your daily dosage during symptom-free periods.