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What is severe asthma?

… are harder to control, even with high doses of medicines. It is the most serious and life-threatening type of asthma. … medicines and doses that works best for you. Asthma + Lung UK is supporting research into what causes severe asthma, and … insufficiency. If you take steroid tablets long-term its important to talk to your GP about a referral to specialist …

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Air pollution at work

Air pollution at work Find out how your job might expose you to indoor air pollution. We also have information on your rights in the … Print this page Occupational asthma Occupational asthma is asthma caused by breathing in substances like dust and …

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What is a pulmonary embolism and what causes it?

… embolism? A pulmonary embolism happens when a blood vessel in your lungs becomes blocked, usually with a blood clot. It … acute pulmonary embolism is when there’s a sudden blockage in the blood vessel in your lungs. A chronic pulmonary … by a blood clot that has travelled from your veins. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) – a blood clot in a deep vein, usually …

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After your asthma attack

… risk of asthma symptoms and attacks. We know from calls to our Helpline that it's hard to get a GP appointment … these for at least five days. Always finish the course to give yourself the best chance of a full recovery. We know a … You can also check your inhaler technique now by  watching our short inhaler videos . You may need to change your usual …

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How can I prevent chest infections?

… alcohol Print this page Get help to stop smoking If you smoke, stopping smoking is one of the best things you can do …

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What is pneumonia? Causes, symptoms and risks

What is pneumonia? Causes, symptoms and risks Pneumonia is a type … the tiny air sacs (alveoli) in your lungs. When you have pneumonia, these air sacs get swollen and fill with … and sweaty, and your skin is pale or blotchy you have a rash that does not fade when you roll a glass over it you …

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Private healthcare for asthma

… for private healthcare. In some cases, your employer may have offered you health insurance and you may be thinking about what you can get out of it. Private … you’re on a long waiting list for NHS care, you might be able to get tests and treatments more quickly privately. You …

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Techniques to help you manage your breathing

… them regularly so they become a habit when you move.  Next Before you start You must have JavaScript enabled to use … . Leave this field blank Page last reviewed: 1 June 2024 Next review due: 1 June 2027 … It’s normal to get out of …

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Pulmonary vasculitis

… Pulmonary vasculitis Pulmonary vasculitis is a type of inflammation in the blood vessels that affects the lungs. On this page, we have information for parents and carers of children who have … been diagnosed with pulmonary vasculitis. On this page: What is pulmonary vasculitis? What causes pulmonary …