Burning sensation in lungs and throat when exercising following asthma diagnosis. Any suggestions please?

[PaulTifosi]

I was diagnosed as asthmatic roughly one year ago, prior to which I was exercising 5 days a week. Following numerous medicine combinations, I finally got my asthma under control with Seretide 250 and Montelukast.

I am now able to exercise regularly, however I have had a burning sensation almost every session of running or weight training. My doctors have tried me on two different acid reflux meds, however neither of these have resolved the issues.

This sensation extends from my lungs to the top of my throat, and often leaves me feeling sick and dizzy post-workout.

Prior to being diagnosed with asthma I never had issues with the burning sensation, so I'm a bit lost to be honest. Does anyone have any suggestions or experiences like this? It would be great to be able to exercise to my full potential again.

Thanks in advance.

[Hb2003]

You are lucky that you can exercise I rarely exercise and when i do my chest hurts and i feel like i might pass out i do take Montelukast but i want to exercise fully 😔 hmm 🤔 do you feel like your chest is squeezing and cant breath properly ?

[Hb2003]

Also can 16 year olds take Seretide 250 What are the side effects and how long does it take to work ? Sorry if i am asking those questions i just want relief and no more asthma any

[PaulTifosi in reply to Hb2003]

Hi Lilly,

I personally had asthma for around 5 months(ish) before finding a combination of meds that worked for me.

I guess it is a case of keeping engagement going between yourself and your doctor, perhaps discussing how it might be affecting your mental health. I also found that exercising regularly was probably the main helping factor in controlling my asthma, although it took a large leap to get over the anxiety around it.

I hope this helps

[Hb2003 in reply to PaulTifosi]

Thank you