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Expert: - 10/30/2010


Question
I just had a CT scan and it was reported that there is some apical pleural fibrosis. Can this be associated with Asthma? My mom has very bad asthma. If so would a inhaler be all that you would need to help? Thank you

Answer
Hi Debbie,

From my understanding, this is not asthma related. Tissue changes that take place in asthma is thickening and destruction of the basement member of the air passages. This generally develops later in life. Have you ever been tested for cystic fibrosis?

My training is this area is very limited, and the best recommendation I can make to you is to be under the care of a board certified pulmonologist.Contact your insurance company to find one in your area.

I'm sorry I can't help you more, but it would be inappropriate to lead you astray.

Sincerely,

Marc

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Marc Rubin, RPh Asthma Educator

Expertise

I have worked directly with patients as well as caregivers for over 30 years. Have made presentations throughout Illinois educating school nurses as well as the teaching and coaching staff of public schools about asthma, and how they should respond to these students needs. Presented a public education program on asthma through the US Department of Public Health. Specialize in helping guide asthmatic patients to take control of their disease in order to live a near-normal, fully active life.

Experience

Practicing pharmacist for 34 years, specializing in asthma for past 7 years. Statewide education to nurses, teachers and athletic coaches regarding asthma. In addition, and closer to home. my wife and daughter both have asthma, and my son has exercise induced bronchospasm. I'm also on the advisory board of a medical education company, Emmi Solutions, and directly involved in the creation of public education programs for asthma, COPD and diabetes.

Organizations
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI) / Sports Medicine Committee, American Thoracic Society (ATS). Chicago Asthma Consortium / Professional Development Committee, Respiratory Health Association of Metropolitan Chicago: Development Committee for AE-C prep class, and presenter.

Publications
AAAAI PowerPoint on the new guidelines for EIB (Exercise Induced Bronchospasm)

Education/Credentials
BScPharm, RPh, AE-C (NAECB Certified asthma educator), NIPCO Certified Respiratory Care Pharmacist

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