seasonal allergic asthma, what meds?

[rozbud]

Though I haven't been offically diagnoses, it's becoming clear to me that I have allergic asthma. For the past five years, I've gotten severe allergies in Sept., Nov, or Dec. Symptoms are congestion, pnd, but the worst is a violent persistent cough (I'm pretty sure I cracked a rib last year). I've also gotten the allergies in the Spring time but not every Spring. But it does seem like my allergy attacks are on the rise, three last year rather than the one Autumn attack.

Up till now I've treated the attacks with Allegra and Flonase. But the cough is awful and goes on for weeks. I'm realizing I made need to take asthma medication of some kind, but I'm reluctant to go on a daily medication when I'm only really affected during certain times of the year.

What might be the best approach to my situation? Are there meds I can take in anticipation of seasonal allergies rather than all year round? I'm just not clear on my options. Any help would be appreciated.

[MandyPandy]

Hi. I have the same problem with allegies triggering my asthma this time of year. For me it is the increase in mold outside but may be different for you. The flonase and allegra will help with your nose allergies but not what the allergies & environment do to your lungs. Your doctor will probably want to put you on something like Singulair as well as possibly a prevenative inhailer such as Advair, flovent or serevent as well.

Hope you feel better soon,
Amanda