… lungs are still developing. They also breathe faster, which means they take in more polluted air. Being exposed to … slowly. Brake and tyre wear, and road dust all produce PM which means electric vehicles also contribute to PM. PM … and bonfires can create what’s known as ‘winter smog’ which can be worse on cold, still days. PM can be produced …

… up to three weeks.    If you have a lung condition, you’re more at risk of getting a severe chest infection. You should … and antibiotics will not help. If you have a cough for more than three weeks you should go back to your GP for more … Join a support group Learn more Related advice How is pneumonia diagnosed and treated? Find out how pneumonia is …

… you for sleep disordered breathing (SDB) if you have some or all these symptoms: waking feeling unrefreshed feeling … the day morning headaches loud snoring gasping, snorting or choking at night disturbed sleep low oxygen levels high … also ask you to complete a sleep questionnaire about how sleepy you are in the daytime. You may be offered a sleep …

… breathing techniques that you can download . It’s best to learn breathing techniques from a physiotherapist. Talk to … us helpline@asthmaandlung.org.uk Join a support group Learn more Next What is pneumonia? Causes, symptoms and risks …

… doses of  your MART inhaler most days you’re using your AIR inhaler most days. Find out more about  symptoms getting …

… prematurely usually have breathing problems from birth and may need: a machine to support their breathing, called a … as babies’ lungs develop in the womb, but premature babies may not have enough surfactant. They are given replacement … will not hurt your baby. Your child’s doctor may not be able to diagnose BPD from an X-ray alone. They will likely be …

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… benefit from using one.  Dr Andy Whittamore, Asthma + Lung UK’s GP.   Types of combination inhalers There are different … self-management plan . Dr Andy Whittamore, Asthma + Lung UK’s GP.     Are there any side effects? All medicines have … work better for you.   Dr Andy Whittamore, Asthma + Lung UK’s GP.   Get support Call our helpline for support with …

… - some research suggests the removal of nasal polyps can lead to an improvement in asthma. Have an asthma review so …

… to use extra doses of your MART inhaler most days your AIR inhaler is not relieving your symptoms. These are all warning signs that you may be at risk of an asthma attack . You need to talk about your …

… if your child is over 12, you might want to download our adult asthma action plan . Read more about leaving your child … maintain your child's inhalers transition from child to adult asthma care . This often happens between the ages of 16 …