Respiratory health Archive

Asthma, allergies and pneumonia are more connected than you might think. See how airway inflammation and certain medications can affect your risk.

Flare‑ups of COPD can speed lung decline, sap energy, and raise the risk of death. Outlook may depend on smoking status and inhaler treatments.

Sudden wheezing with exertion can hint at exercise‑linked airway problems or other conditions. Learn how doctors pin down the cause.

Inhaled corticosteroids mostly act in the lungs, but some enter the bloodstream. Learn when they might nudge glucose higher and how doctors adjust care.

Learn how certain asthma medication affect your choices for the flu shot.

Last year's spring allergies were miserable. Learn when to begin antihistamines and nasal sprays so symptoms are blunted before pollen peaks.

Sudden bursts of sneezing in bright light can seem like an odd "sun allergy." Explore what's happening in the nerves that link your eyes and nose.

A stubborn "lump in the throat" feeling can stem from postnasal drip, reflux, irritation, or even a small pouch in the esophagus. Explore possible causes.

A constant drip in the back of your throat isn’t always from a cold. Saline rinses, humid air, and cautious decongestant use may all help put an end to postnasal drip.

Stabbing rib pain and throat tightness can follow an asthma flare, but they may also hint at other conditions that deserve fast medical attention.