Thursday, August 21st
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Singulair and Suicide

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On Thursday, the Food and Drug Administration announced that they are conducting a probe into the popular allergy medication Singulair because it allegedly causes depression and leads to risk for suicides. If I recall, several other drugs have lead to investigations for similar risks. Accutane comes to mind. Has anyone taking Singulair experienced these types of symptoms?

     
     
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Exercise-induced Asthma

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Are you or a loved one affected by exercise-induced asthma? It seems as though exercising, especially aerobic exercise in cold weather and dry air (winter!), can be a cause for narrowing or inflamed airways (that cause asthma symptoms). According to the Mayo Clinic, you may not know that you have exercise-induced asthma, and think that after exercising or exerting yourself that it is normal to cough, wheeze or have chest pain/tightness. (If you have any of these symptoms, it is recommended that you talk with your doctor). Do any of you experience these symptoms after exercising?

     
     
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General discussion

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Topics: Asthma, asthma, Asthma
     
While asthma can't yet be cured. Many have found ways to control the condition. How are you handling the condition? Share your experiences.