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Aspergillosis

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How is cystic fibrosis inherited?

… 9am and 5pm on a weekday or email them . Leave this field blank Page last reviewed: 1 July 2022 Next review due: …

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Asthma + Lung UK Summer Competition

… Summer by sharing a photo or piece of artwork and be in with a chance to win one of our incredible prizes.   … Things like hot weather, seasonal allergies and air pollution can make your symptoms worse. But we want to … launching a summer competition!  Winning entries will be selected at random using an online generator and announced …

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How I'm making the most of summer fundraising for Asthma + Lung UK

… daughter, Lizzie, was diagnosed with eosinophilic asthma in 2021. Eosinophilic asthma is caused by high levels of blood cells called eosinophils in the airways, which cause inflammation. Since her … nervous, so it was great to have them there.   Lizzie was also at the finish line, which really surprised me as she was …

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Bronchiectasis self-management plan

… techniques they should be using and why it’s important, even when they feel well. If your patient has not been seen … identify what’s normal for them. This helps build their confidence to recognise changes early and take appropriate …

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Maintaining and looking after your inhaler

… your inhaler It's best to clean your inhaler at least once a week as medicine can build up. This can stop your … for 30 seconds Dry the plastic case inside and outside. Once the case is completely dry, push the metal canister back … the plastic case fully air-dry (overnight, when possible) Once dry, push the metal canister back into the bottom part …

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Physical signs of dying

… symptoms Controlling symptoms What to do at the time of death Print this page On this page Symptoms of your condition … symptoms Controlling symptoms What to do at the time of death Print this page Symptoms of your condition progressing … does want to eat or drink, try giving them small sips of water, and small portions of food. Higher calorie snacks can …

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Travelling safely with a lung condition

… if you should use oxygen while at high altitude . If you already use oxygen, they may suggest you increase your flow …

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How is cystic fibrosis treated?

… and part of their normal routine, so they don’t see it as a chore. You can even ‘gamify’ it with an app, different … a dietitian to give you advice about food. People with CF should eat a normal healthy diet, although some may need to … When your child is 12 years old, their treatment team should start discussing with you and your child the process …

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Tuberculosis (TB)

… TB in their lungs. The number of people with TB in the UK is low. And the good news is TB can be prevented and cured … body If your TB has spread to the brain, spinal cord, or area around your heart, you may be prescribed steroids. Side … someone with TB  o    have come to live in the UK from an area where TB rates are high o    work with animals that can …