Hidden Dangers for Asthmatics

Taking a simple painkiller like ibuprofen could trigger a fatal asthma attack.

For asthmatics, especially those with nasal polyps, common NSAIDs like ibuprofen or aspirin

are absolutely off-limits because they can cause a severe, life-threatening reaction.

Another hidden danger? Beta-blockers, like propranolol, sometimes used for anxiety.

These drugs do the exact opposite of your rescue inhaler—they cause your airways to spasm and clamp

shut, leading to respiratory distress. It shows that asthma isn't just about

wheezing; it's a deep, chronic inflammation that makes your lungs hyper-responsive

to triggers you would never expect.