An itchy, runny or blocked nose due to allergies can make asthma harder to control.
If this sounds like you, talk to your doctor.
Up to four out of five people with asthma also have hay fever (allergic rhinitis), either at certain times of the year or all year round.
Do you have any of these symptoms even when your asthma is well controlled? Runny nose, with or
- Unexplained bad breath
- Mouth breathing
- Snoring
- Husky or hoarse voice
- Always seem to be getting a cold
- Frequent sore throats
- Throat-clearing cough
- Facial pain and pressure
- Unexplained headaches
- Frequent middle ear infections
- Weak or lost sense of smell
- Bad sleep
- Breathing problems
If so you should inform your doctor!
Talk to your doctor about your symptoms when first started, whether they are worse at certain times of the year and if they have become better or worse over time. Treating the symptoms in your nose and throat can also improve asthma symptoms.
These symptoms may be due to an allergy, and avoiding your allergy triggers can make your symptoms better. So, your doctor may arrange allergy tests (either skin-prick tests or blood tests).
Useful tips for individuals with asthma and their caregivers.
