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Emergency care and severe asthma

… of an asthma attack. And make sure you share your asthma action plan with them. We have more information on knowing the signs of an asthma attack. Keep your asthma action plan with you – Make sure you always have your asthma … you, so it’s important that you give the doctors in A&E as much information as possible to help them treat you in the …

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Lung volume test

… your airways won’t expand fully. This means your lungs never fill with air fully. Restrictive conditions include …

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Referrals to NHS services

… your asthma care. Your doctor or nurse might talk to you about a referral when they see you. You can also ask your GP … you’d like to be referred to a person or service you know about, chat to your GP to see if this is possible. How your … you and the GP without an appointment, by giving advice about tests, or changes to medication. If you’re planning to …

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Lowering your risk from air pollution

… and talk to your GP or asthma nurse.   Does wearing a mask help when pollution levels are high? Wearing a mask is not … air pollution.   Masks with active charcoal filters can help filter out nitrogen dioxide, but these don’t keep out … campaigning for cleaner air. You can join our campaign and help everyone breathe cleaner air. We can all try and help

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Pulmonary hypertension

Pulmonary hypertension Pulmonary hypertension is high blood pressure in the blood vessels that supply your lungs. Find out more about pulmonary hypertension, what causes it, and how it's diagnosed and treated. Get help and support What is pulmonary hypertension? Find out more about pulmonary

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What is pulmonary hypertension?

… hypertension is a serious condition and cannot usually be cured. But there are treatments that can reduce your … are five main groups of pulmonary hypertension, as it can be caused by different things. Pulmonary Hypertension … anaesthetic complications during pregnancy and birth air travel can make symptoms worse, especially long flights …

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What are the treatments for pneumonia in children?

… it is caused by bacteria or a virus. Many children can be cared for at home, but some may need to be treated in hospital. On this page What treatment will my … We have more information about how passive smoking and air pollution can affect your child’s lungs. More help and …

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How is asthma treated?

… this field blank Page last reviewed: 30 June 2025 Next review due: 30 June 2028 … There’s no cure for asthma, but …

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How is OSA diagnosed?

… and advice about lifestyle changes that can help. It can also help your doctor see if your OSA is mild, … can increase your chances of getting OSA. You might find it helpful to keep a symptom and sleep diary to take to your … you at work. See your GP if you think your child has OSA  It’s important to diagnose OSA early in children. If OSA is …

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End of life