VG and asthma

[vapaz]

Hello, all. Been a lurker here since august. Tried various e-liquid vendors. Have couple that I use regularly. Have noticed that have trouble with tightened chest and wheezing with high VG juice. Use 18-24 ml (flavored). Anyone with asthma have any trouble with VG? Had to use rescue inhaler for week after 10 years w/o one. Still smoke about 8 'logues/day(especially when I first wake up).

TIA

Vapaz

 

[RedZone]

Have you tried some juices that are lower VG ratio's?

Are these ratios what you consider high VG? 70VG/30PG and 80VG/20PG.

There are so many intangible's out there that can contribute to asthma. Air conditions, indoor air quality, pets, etc., etc., etc. Sounds like you have had asthma issues previously?

Also, you don't mention what area of the US you reside in. Big temp changeover from Fall to Winter in many areas. Heating systems in homes tend to dry the air out. Maybe try a humidifier if you are in these areas.

Last of all, none of us (Or very few) here are MD's.. By all means, see your physician, if you are having severe breathing issues of any kind!

 

[vapaz]

Thanks! yes, moving to lower VG, and yes, heater may have contributed. Have air purifiers all over the house. Was just curious if anyone else had noticed an anecdotal correlation. Appreciate your response.

 

[fray]

I used to get a heavy cough when I used 100% vg juice. I never determined if it was the juice or another factor though.

I vape 70% pg/ 30% vg now with no issues

 

[Vapoor eyes er]

Hi vapaz. Here's some links that may help. Seems high PG may be the problem. The PG is also responsible for the TH and the Lung Hit so it makes sense to me.
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/e-cigarette-success-stories/151985-asthma-vaping.html
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/health-safety-e-smoking/203812-asthma-vaping.html
But then again, after more research, some had trouble with the VG and one had trouble with Menthol Flavor.
Good Luck, Vapoor.

 

[frosting]

I use to have mild asthma and now it's seemed to disapeer. I think I had smoking induced asthma though. I use high PG juice, never really liked high VG. 30/70 or 20/80 VG/PG for me.

 

[CCC]

I had bronchitis as a kid, tried 100%VG juice and got heavy in the chest then sort of out of breath, now i use 50/50 pg/vg and am totally ok with that mix.

 

[440BB]

I had exactly the same problem with any VG liquid more than 30%, much like breathing on a very humid day. I stick to 80/20 pg/vg and never get that feeling. It makes some sense as VG is cut with 10 -15% water to get the viscosity right for wicking. For me it was especially bad at night. Good luck!

 

[vapaz]

Thanks, all, for your replies. I appreciate the info.

 

[Vapoor eyes er]

You're welcome vapaz and I hope you find a solution. I can empathize because when I was younger I had bronchitis and fortunately grew out of it but I still remember the coughing fits and the tightness.

Thanks, all, for your replies. I appreciate the info.

 

[Mr Modtastic]

Please remember to ALWAYS consult a physician when experiencing anything like that. This forum can give good advice, but nothing beats a doctor!

 

[vapaz]

Thanks, that is how I got a script for the inhaler.
He suggested that I stop everything : cigs & e-cigs; I just nodded.
I am ok now, just wondering if anyone else has had the same question. I suspect it is the VG. Thanks for the advice. It is appreciated, Mr. Modtastic.

 

[bwalls797]

My chest did that at first using 70/30 but went to 50/50 and now It's fine

 

[oldsoldier]

Hello, all. Been a lurker here since august. Tried various e-liquid vendors. Have couple that I use regularly. Have noticed that have trouble with tightened chest and wheezing with high VG juice. Use 18-24 ml (flavored). Anyone with asthma have any trouble with VG? Had to use rescue inhaler for week after 10 years w/o one. Still smoke about 8 'logues/day(especially when I first wake up).

TIA

Vapaz

My wife has asthma and has found that high VG blends don't work well with her either. she prefers no more than 30% vg, 20% is better. Your mileage may vary, that is just what works for her.

larger amounts of VG just provide too much vapor and she doesn't handle it well...