commonly used words on this users group

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Hello,

To avoid confusion, I have begun a glossary....

putty = goopy mucus lungs produce. Can be coughed up and used to tile bathtubs

etc...

evil candy = all cortisol-derivative medications but especially prednisone, IV

solumedrol etc...

extra evil candy = Decadron

Super Glue = another word for Xolair

Asthma fairy = small critter that waves a magic wand and can make you produce

more putty without notice. Also makes you sob.

SOB = short of breath

Peak flow meter = 1) useful tool to measure lung fxn and track progress of

disease or 2) a little toy to play with like a kazoo or 3) a means to amuse

pulmonologists/allergists and well-intentioned ER docs.

Addy, Ron, et al.... I am sure you may have other important terms we

should add.

ps Pat, I want to thank you for all your help. We are so lucky to have you

here. You are a true wealth of knowledge.