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How to use a Respimat inhaler

… the base when the cap is closed, otherwise the inhaler may spray a dose as you turn the base. Turn the clear base in the …

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How to use a HandiHaler inhaler

… how in this short video. Transcript Hi I'm Debbie. I'm an asthma specialist nurse. I'm going to show you how to use a … problems are interfering with your daily life and sleep, see your GP. If you are having an asthma attack right now or cannot breathe normally and your …

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How to use a Breezhaler inhaler

… how in this short video. Transcript Hi I'm Debbie. I'm an asthma specialist nurse. I'm going to show you how to use a … problems are interfering with your daily life and sleep, see your GP. If you are having an asthma attack right now or cannot breathe normally and your …

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How to use a Genuair inhaler

… on using your inhaler, why not watch our other videos. The UK Inhaler Group includes leading respiratory health … have one, please call 999 for an ambulance. Asthma + Lung UK does not endorse nor recommend specific products. See our … Call us 0300 222 5800 Email us helpline@asthmaandlung.org.uk Join a support group Find out more You must have …

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How to use an Autohaler inhaler

… the inhaler upright, making sure you're not covering the air vents at the bottom. Shake the inhaler well. Flip the red … content is currently being reviewed. New information will be coming soon. … In this short video we show you how to use …

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How to use a Zonda inhaler

… how in this short video. Transcript Hi, I'm Debbie. I'm an asthma specialist nurse. I'm going to show you how to use a … problems are interfering with your daily life and sleep, see your GP. If you are having an asthma attack right now or cannot breathe normally and your …

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Talking to your child's GP about asthma

… on a busy main road? Find out more about the effect of air pollution on your lungs is there damp and mould in their home? Find out more about air pollution and allergies at home have they ever had …

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Common inhaler mistakes

… 2. Not using a spacer A lot of people don’t realise that using a spacer is the best way to take their MDI … space in your lungs for your next breath in. This means that you can breathe in deeper and for longer when you inhale … same time every day If you have a preventer inhaler or a MART inhaler, use it every day as prescribed, even if you …

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Testing for your child's asthma

… is five, they can try the asthma tests to see how their lungs are working. If your child struggles with the tests, … for as long as they can. This can measure how well their lungs are working. This helps to show if their airways are … measure how fast your child can blow air out of their lungs. Your child will breathe into a small plastic tube, …

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What is asthma?

… asthma? Transcript Asthma affects the airways that carry air in and out of your lungs. This is what the inside of a … have any questions about lowering your risk of symptoms, speak to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist. You can also call … It affects the airways (breathing tubes) that carry air in and out of your lungs. causing them to become swollen …

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Managing asthma in adults

… day with little or no  reliever medicine . Asthma Control Test (ACT) Your GP or nurse may ask you how your asthma has … tells you what to do if you have  an asthma attack . Find out more about  asthma action plans . Taking your preventer … Peak flow is a measure of how quickly you can blow air out of your lungs. Monitoring your asthma using a peak flow …

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Types of asthma

… develops later in life.   If your asthma does not seem to be triggered by things like pollen, dust mites or pets, you …  Non-allergic asthma can be triggered by things like: air pollution damp and mould colds, flu and chest infections … times of the year, your GP or nurse may prescribe an AIR treatment plan . Our advice can help you manage seasonal …

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Treating and managing IPF

… Treating and managing IPF On this page Medication to slow the scarring Supportive treatment The importance of self-care Print this page On this page … continues to get worse, these drug treatments should be stopped. Your consultant will discuss this with you. Asthma + …