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What should I do if I have COVID-19?
How can I manage my breathlessness?
… breathing. Breathing habits When you’re out of breath, you may feel like you need more air. You may start to take more air into your lungs or breathe faster. … sitting, relaxed and not out of breath. You will then be able to use these breathing control techniques when you are …
How do you prevent RSV?
Travelling when you have access needs
… request assistance up to two hours before your journey by calling 0800 0223720 or texting 60083. You can also use the … organise special assistance by using their contact form or calling them on +44 (0)3432 186 186. They recommend …
What is alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency?
Caring for a child with severe asthma
Imaging scans
… page Chest X-ray CT scan PET scan VQ scan Your results Print this page On this page Chest X-ray CT scan PET scan VQ … normally done in a hospital radiology department. It will only take a few minutes. X-rays are a type of radiation. The … scan or a lung perfusion scan. It looks at the flow of air and blood in your lungs. They’re normally done in a …
Bronchial thermoplasty
… the lungs have more room to expand, meaning you will be able to breathe more easily. Bronchial thermoplasty is done … local anesthetic. This means you’ll be awake but won’t be able to feel the procedure. Bronchial thermoplasty is usually … have bronchial thermoplasty? Your healthcare professional may suggest bronchial thermoplasty if you are over 18 and …
Looking after yourself as a carer
… includes unhealthy foods with lots of sugar or salt. But eating healthy fresh foods can make a real difference to your …
Transition from child to adult asthma care
… Transition from child to adult asthma care Find out about moving from child to … On this page Moving from child to adult asthma services When will I transfer from child to adult services? Your … Around this age, most young people in specialist care can start seeing their GP or asthma nurse when they leave …
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
… time an adverse reaction to a blood transfusion . You’re more at risk of ARDS if you have a history of smoking, heavy … care unit (ICU) where you will use a machine called a ventilator to help you breathe. ARDS is responsible for 1 in … If your mental health has been affected by ARDS, we have more information you can read on looking after your mental …
Antibiotics
… sample of your phlegm or do a blood test to be sure. These tests will help your doctor to find the most suitable …
Long-acting beta-2 agonist (LABA) inhalers
… work alongside your other medicines to make it easier for you to breathe. On this page we explain what LABA inhalers are, when they’re prescribed and …
Alcohol and asthma
… Alcohol and asthma Find out why alcohol can be an asthma trigger, which drinks are more likely to cause … you can lower your risk. On this page Why is alcohol an asthma trigger? What alcoholic drinks trigger asthma? How …
Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM)
… unclear. Sporadic LAM is not inherited, and it is not passed on to children. with a rare genetic condition called tuberous sclerosis . Tuberous sclerosis is passed on through family genes. Many people who have tuberous …