2 weeks ago had a cold, 1 week ago congestion but loose the cold, last weekend thought I had a migraine, and yesterday get a raspy cough and start panting like when jogging (but no whistling to classify as wheezing). Go to doctor today and give my symptons. They check nose, throat, and and lungs to conclude having asthma issues brought on by the cold I had. Give prescription for inhaler. Recommends Nyquil to help me sleep.
Take prescription to pharmacy and here is where the trouble begins. Oh, your prescription is too expensive (yes, I know), your prescription discount card doesn't give much of a discount (if it is 1% off I'll take it), have you tried cheaper alternatives (geez, you should see my Mom's medication prices), are you sure you need "this" inhaler (yes, I like breathing normal), and a new question "What are they treating you for that you actually need this". Now I find myself apologizing for having asthma and this expensive inhaler works while the other cheaper alternative doesn't work at all. Out of arguments and tired of fighting with me. Explain I get this complaint every time I get this leading the pharmacist to defend they must offer alternatives.
Get home, take inhaler, and feel better. No more migraine either. Amazing.
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