Breathing again because of meds and pro bike fit
After a week and a half on Advair, SIngular, Zertec and Nasonex, and a bike fit, the asthma is gone. I have a bit of a cough after the ride but this seems normal.
The meds helped, but I think having my bike fit by a pro fitter here in Brooklyn made a big difference too. He felt I was really crunched up on the bike and unable to breathe properly. He raised my seat (abut 4 CM), adjusted my cleats and gave me a slightly longer stem - now i can breathe comfortably. And, now I get it when people say your pedals should feel like your floating.
Thanks to all for the helpful advice!
Lisa