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Respiratory muscle tests

… Respiratory muscle tests What is a respiratory muscle test? Respiratory muscle tests measure how much pressure your breathing muscles can … are two types of respiratory muscle test: mouth pressure tests sniff pressure tests What happens during a respiratory …

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Fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) test

… Fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) test What is nitric oxide (NO)? Nitric oxide (NO) is … of asthma . What is a fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) test? A fractional exhaled nitric oxide test is a … much nitric oxide is in your breath. It’s often called a FeNO (“fee-no”) test for short. What is the FeNO test used …

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Tests to measure your oxygen levels

Tests to measure your oxygen levels Tests to check the level of oxygen in your blood can be … a long-term condition such as COPD , pulmonary fibrosis , asthma , pulmonary hypertension or cystic fibrosis . The …

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Tests to measure your exercise capacity

… Tests to measure your exercise capacity Lung problems can make it harder to do day-to-day activities. Exercise capacity tests can be used to measure what people are able to do. If someone’s exercise capacity is reduced, the tests may also help to …

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Tests to measure your breathing during sleep

Tests to measure your breathing during sleep If you feel … these symptoms, you may need one or more of these sleep tests. Your doctor may request: a respiratory sleep test or … monitor worn overnight at home. Preparing for your sleep tests If you are referred to a local sleep centre, they will …

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Holidays and travel if you have OSA

… Holidays and travel if you have OSA If you have OSA and use a CPAP … When you’re planning your trip, think about: how you will travel and where you will stay your travel insurance the power supply to run your CPAP – …

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CPAP problems and solutions

… CPAP problems and solutions On this page I have a nasal mask and air comes out of my mouth at night I or my … wearing the mask Print this page On this page I have a nasal mask and air comes out of my mouth at night I or my … settles down after a week or so. If not, try a nasal spray or ask your sleep clinic. Heated humidification may …

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What are the symptoms of pulmonary fibrosis?

… of pulmonary fibrosis have similar symptoms. You’ll have tests and speak to a specialist consultant to find out … of pulmonary fibrosis have similar symptoms. You’ll have tests and speak to a specialist consultant to find out …

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How is pulmonary fibrosis diagnosed?

… fibrosis is diagnosed through a number of different tests and is a joint effort from specialist teams. On this page we explain the tests you might have if it’s thought you might have pulmonary … and ILD if there isn’t one in your local hospital. What tests might I have to diagnose pulmonary fibrosis? The …