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What is the treatment for PCD?

… (PCD) is to improve or maintain your child’s normal lung function. On this page, we explain the treatments … these are used as a treatment when respiratory symptoms or lung function become worse. Your child may need to take these … will regularly meet to discuss your child to agree on a plan to provide the best care and treatment for your child. …

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How is pulmonary fibrosis diagnosed?

… through a number of different tests and is a joint effort from specialist teams. On this page we explain the tests you … tests. For some types of pulmonary fibrosis, the results from a CT scan can be very clear and allow a diagnosis to be … surgical telescope to enter, and to remove tissue samples from your lungs. It’s only undertaken if your specialist …

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Your COPD self-management plan

… plan Print this page Self-management of your COPD will help give you control of your condition. On this page, we … obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It’s designed to help you to manage and understand your condition, with … you to find ways that suit you to manage your symptoms, help you to feel better, and to take control. Download your …

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Spirometry and bronchodilator reversibility test

… done? What do my spirometry and BDR test results show? Print this page On this page What is spirometry? Who can have … done? What do my spirometry and BDR test results show? Print this page What is spirometry? Spirometry is a breathing … diagnose asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It can also help identify other lung issues, such as …

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Severe COPD

… simple breathing test (spirometry). This measures how much air you can blow out and how quickly. The amount of air you can blow out in one second compared to how much you …

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How to spot respiratory tract infections in children

… from an upper respiratory tract infection, they may not want to eat or drink. It’s a good idea to give them soft …

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AIR (anti-inflammatory reliever)

… not helped, you can take another puff of your AIR inhaler after a couple of minutes. Talk to your GP or nurse about how … or nurse can also help you work out if there is anything else you can do to help your asthma, such as taking … . If you feel worse at any point OR you don’t feel better after 6 puffs  call 999 for an ambulance . If the ambulance …

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What are the symptoms of lung cancer?

… of lung cancer. Having these symptoms doesn’t always mean you have lung cancer – they’re common in many other … or shoulder pain. Having these symptoms doesn’t always mean you have lung cancer – they’re common and have many … of lung cancer. Having these symptoms doesn’t always mean you have lung cancer – they’re common in many other …

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What is sarcoidosis?

… your interstitium, the network of tissue that supports the air sacs (alveoli) in your lungs. What causes sarcoidosis? … people. It’s more common in women than men. You may also be more likely to get sarcoidosis if there is a history of … of the condition. Sarcoidosis is not contagious and cannot be passed from person to person. Sarcoidosis is not a common …

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How to care for someone with a lung condition

… who regularly gives unpaid care and support to someone else.  This could be someone with a disability, an illness, … the plans for the day and allow time for rest before and after any activities. Think about the best time of day to do … down to wash or prepare meals, or using a towelling robe after a shower to dry off. Encourage them to breathe out when …

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Emergency care and severe asthma

… responds differently to different treatments. You know which treatments work best for you, so it’s important that … what your symptoms are like during an asthma attack and which treatment works best for you. You can ask a GP, asthma …

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Lung volume test

… make to breathe changes the pressure inside the box and within your lungs. You will not feel any pressure changes as …