[NMPiggyMom]

As a fellow asthma sufferer, stress or "panic" is a huge trigger. If your son is panicked about things, you can expect more frequent episodes. I sound like doom and gloom..sorry about that.. and probably not telling you anything you don't already know. That panicky (sp?) feeling is one of the hardest things to control...especially during an attack. It is also one of the most important things to try to control. It's a big Catch 22. I use air purifiers in the house and still have small reactions each time I clean the piggies' cage. I don't know whether it is the Carefresh, the hay or the pigs themselves. I know I'm mildly allergic to the piggies because I itch sometimes after I hold them. Thank heavens my reactions are mild and can be tollerated because I don't know how I would make the decision you are being faced with. I wish you the best luck and positive results from your son's testing on Monday. Maybe the doctor can figure out a way to medicate for the allergies so they won't trigger the asthma any more. My fingers (and toes) are crossed for you.