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Eosinophilic lung conditions

… information for parents on eosinophilic lung conditions in children. On this page: What are eosinophils? What are … air spaces and tissue of the lungs. They are very rare in children. Eosinophilic lung conditions are sometimes called … We use your comments to improve our information. We cannot reply to comments left on this form. If you have health …

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Air pollution effects on your lungs, including lung cancer

Air pollution effects on your lungs, including lung cancer … Air pollution also increases the risk of lung infections like bronchitis and pneumonia. And there’s evidence that … higher on busy roads, especially roads with heavy vehicles like lorries, and when traffic is moving slowly. Brake and …

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Recovering from pneumonia

… while you’re recovering. If you smoke, it’s important to quit . If you continue smoking, it will probably take longer … after they are discharged. COVID-19 pneumonia can cause long-term lung problems, including scarring of the lungs, … people living with this condition . If you are living with long-term lung problems after COVID-19, you may benefit from …

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Your asthma review

… your asthma your  asthma action plan and if it needs to be updated. Why do I need an asthma review? An asthma review … your preventer medicine .  Remote asthma reviews You may be offered an asthma review over the phone or online via … doses of  your MART inhaler most days you’re using your AIR inhaler most days. Find out more about  symptoms getting …

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What is BPD and what causes it?

… are often smaller than average. BPD in children BPD can lead to problems with lung health in later life. This often …

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Asthma and other health conditions

… if you have asthma and another health condition. Getting the right diagnosis and treatment could benefit your asthma … often have other allergies too. Allergic rhinitis is when the inside of your nose becomes inflamed by something you’re … more likely to have eczema if you have a family history of the condition or you have asthma. Some people with asthma …

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Your asthma action plan

… is an asthma action plan?   “Using an asthma action plan makes it easier to look after your asthma every day, so … for an asthma attack." Dr Andy Whittamore, Asthma + Lung UK’s in-house GP. Your asthma action plan tells you: which … clear instructions written down on an asthma action plan makes it easier for you and others to know what to do if you …

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When to call 999 or 111

… you’re having an asthma attack and your reliever inhaler is not helping. An asthma attack is a medical emergency, and … need to get someone to you as soon as possible. Find out what to do in an asthma attack. “Avoid calling a taxi or … to use extra doses of your MART inhaler most days your AIR inhaler is not relieving your symptoms. These are all …