“Asthma and Allergies: What You Need to Know to Breathe Easier”
“Asthma and Allergies: What You Need to Know to Breathe Easier” Asthma and allergies are two of the most common chronic health conditions that can affect your breathing and quality of life. While they often occur together, they are not the same—and understanding the difference can help you manage both more effectively. Let’s break it down in a simple, informative way. 🫁 What Is Asthma? Asthma is a chronic (long-term) condition that affects the airways in your lungs. When you have asthma, your airways become inflamed, swollen, and narrow making it harder to breathe. Common symptoms include: Shortness of breath Wheezing (a whistling sound when breathing) Chest tightness Coughing, especially at night or early morning Asthma can be mild, moderate, or severe , and its symptoms may come and go. Triggers like allergens, cold air, exercise, or respiratory infections can cause an asthma attack , where symptoms suddenly worsen. 🌿 What Are Allergies? Allergies happen when your immune syst...