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Take our breath test
How is OSA diagnosed?
Treatments and medicines for COPD
… it could work for you. Lung transplants are not very common in the UK. There’s more people waiting for lungs than …
Spacers
… Leave it to air-dry as this helps to reduce static (an electrical charge that builds up) and prevent the medicine …
Common questions about inhalers
… What does my inhaler do? Inhalers help you breathe your medicine into your lungs, where it's needed. Inhalers are mainly used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) . They help you manage your asthma and COPD symptoms. …
Diagnosing the problem: Right test, right time
… exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) testing for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the two most …
Flu symptoms and treatment
Help your child use their inhaler
… or facemask can help them to get the best from their asthma medicines. On this page Understanding your child’s … Understanding your child’s inhalers Your child’s GP or asthma nurse will explain which inhalers they need and why, … exactly when they need to take them. Most children with asthma are prescribed two main types of asthma inhaler: …
Managing asthma in children aged 5-11
What is the treatment for BPD?
… machine that helps your baby to breathe by moving air into their lungs and keeping the air sacs open. A ventilator is also a machine that helps you … how to stop smoking. Try to avoid exposing your child to air pollution where possible. Have a look at our information …
Asthma and your child's sleep
Benefits for parents and carers of children
… DLA because of their lung condition. Your child must have been disabled or had their condition for at least three …
Symptoms of asthma
What is obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA)?
… it happens when you're asleep Apnoea: your breathing stops for a short time (ap-nee-a) Obstructive sleep apnoea … affect your breathing? When you have OSA your breathing stops, and starts again, while you sleep. Your throat narrows … airway relax. You do not breathe enough, or your breathing stops for a short time. This wakes you up, or brings you out …