Asthma

[unsure]

i`m no expert here , but the latest reports say that pollution is the biggest cause .

now let me see if i can word this right .... if the shtf and the country goes to pot . the amount of road traffic will drop along with factory pollutants [sp] , there for the air quality will improve in a reasonably short space of time .there for it stands to reason that most but not all sufferers will see a dramatic inprovement in there condition .
i have it my self and have found that a change of climate , just getting out of the country for a few weeks helps a lot but it comes back once i`m home .

[piglet]

And a question?

Both my friend and niece who suffer with Asthma seem to have almost zero breathing problems when they have holidays by the sea side.

Does anyone have any evidence to support the theory that Sea air is helpful for those with Asthma?
I ask because I have also known people who live by the seaside and it doesn't seem to help them at all? Or perhaps the problem would be worse if they didn't live by the seaside?

*edit*
This would also support Unsure's comment regarding pollution, which tends to be blown away from the coast?

[piglet]

I have just remembered this...

I read that drying clothes indoors when the weather is wet...which is most of the time in this country.....causing warm moist air in a closed environment, can also lead to conditions that Dust Mites thrive upon?
I would also suggest that this could lead to mould spores, which can be a problem if ventilation is not adequate?

[unsure]

And a question?

Both my friend and niece who suffer with Asthma seem to have almost zero breathing problems when they have holidays by the sea side.

Does anyone have any evidence to support the theory that Sea air is helpful for those with Asthma?
I ask because I have also known people who live by the seaside and it doesn't seem to help them at all? Or perhaps the problem would be worse if they didn't live by the seaside?

i think it all come down to air quality , if you put some one with asthma in a smokey or dusty situation its all most certain to get worse . mine was triggered by a hot dust summer some years back .

[unsure]

I have just remembered this...

I read that drying clothes indoors when the weather is wet...which is most of the time in this country.....causing warm moist air in a closed environment, can also lead to conditions that Dust Mites thrive upon?
I would also suggest that this could lead to mould spores, which can be a problem if ventilation is not adequate?

i was told to put water near the radiators in winter to stop the air from getting to dry .

[piglet]

Comparing what I have heard and read, plus what Unsure has experienced, it does seem that what works for one may possibly be wrong for another?
But air quality does undoubtedly seem to have a significant influence upon Asthma sufferers.

And all information that may help is good. After all, just because we do-not experience a particular medical condition, does not mean that those close to us won’t, and we need to know how to deal with that situation.

Keep it coming please.


Another little point I just remembered......
My friend loves nuts, and does not have a 'recognised' nut allergy. But nuts are classed as a ‘musty food’ and if they eat too many they definitely have more breathing problems.
I believe cheese's, another 'musty food' have been known to cause problems for some also?

[mushroom]

And a question?

Both my friend and niece who suffer with Asthma seem to have almost zero breathing problems when they have holidays by the sea side.

Does anyone have any evidence to support the theory that Sea air is helpful for those with Asthma?
I ask because I have also known people who live by the seaside and it doesn't seem to help them at all? Or perhaps the problem would be worse if they didn't live by the seaside?

*edit*
This would also support Unsure's comment regarding pollution, which tends to be blown away from the coast?

I have asthma and live by the seaside! Undoubtedly the air quality is better and it helps, but depending on what triggers your asthma, it doesn't stop it. I have lots of triggers: pollen, exercise, cats, chest infections, among others - so while it reduces asthma from pollen for example - it makes not a blind bit of difference if I have a cold or decide to go for a jog!!

[jansman]

Mushroom, I agree! I too, suffer from asthma. Like me, you will know your triggers.
I managed to do away with my steroid inhaler after a bad chest infection last Winter. It made me physically sick. So I joined a yoga class and learned some effective breathing techniques. I now only use my blue inhaler infrequently.
The herbal remedies look interesting. Must investigate that subject.

[jansman]

Sorry, bad grammar there.

Like you, I know my triggers.

[junmist]

Find a medical Herbalist and explain to them that you are worried about not being able to get your asthmatic medication. Then ask them to help you find herbs that could help you if for some reason you could not get your medication and could they show you how to prepare them. Why find a Herbalist what could work for one may not work for another person.
Yes you could look herbs up on the internet but you would not know how to prepare them and what side affects they could have.