Hi everyone,

Just looking for answers - hopefully someone can help.

In the last 12 to 18 months I have had a really bad time with reoccurring brochitis, upper respiratory infections, pharangitis etc.

After talking to my GP, I was referred to an allergist and immunologist.

I've discovered that I have a strong allergy to mould (ie household mould in bathrooms and outside mould like compost).

I have also been diagnosed with mild asthma.

I'll be seeing the specialist again in a couple of weeks, but I am trying to put some pieces together myself.

I have had an infection that has been bouncing around my system for a week. For the first couple of days I did nothing beyond taking cold and flu tablets, then I started on some penicillin on Saturday - then I went back to my GP on Monday.

He was surprised that I did not have a puffer at home (odd - because he is the only one that has prescribed me one - years ago, and before the asthma diagnosis).

Anyway I was not improving, so I went to the Chemist and got the puffer and different antibiotics today.

I've just taken the puffer and I feel much, much better. As yet I have not taken the new antibiotics.

Is this possible to feel much better this quickly, or is it just a placebo?

If it is possible, do I do this in the future?

Also, I am due to have an operation shortly. Is there going to be a problem if I still have this respiratory infection?

Finally, where do I find out about asthma (or do I just wait to talk to the specialist?)

The GP has said that my asthma is not typical - so will this make a difference?