You should receive a review from your doctor or more commonly, your practice nurse at least once per year. This will involve: A discussion about any changes in your symptoms A check of your breathing and lung function. If your symptoms have changed significantly you may be retested using the spirometry test. A discussion about […]
This test will be similar to the simple breathing tests carried out by GP or practice nurse. In Hospital, the physiologist will use a much bigger machine, but the test is very simple and straight forward. Your height and weight are accurately measured. You sit upright with feet on floor on a chair with arms. […]
Spirometry is a breathing test which can be done at your GP surgery or at a hospital outpatient clinic. Your height and weight are accurately measured. You sit upright with feet on floor on a chair with arms. You will be asked to take a full deep breath in and then BLAST!!! out as hard […]
The doctor or nurse will check your weight, height and the level of oxygen in your blood. (This is called oxygen saturation which is measured using a device attached to your finger). You may need some blood tests and a chest x-ray to rule out other medical conditions. They will listen to your chest for signs […]
