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Nebulizers and How does it work?

For many people, breathing difficulties can be a common source of anxiety. This anxiety only increases when their child has trouble breathing. Due to factors beyond their control, it is not uncommon to need and administer some type of treatment or preventative measure daily. The nebulizer is one of the most reliable and reliable sources of respiratory treatments.. At one time, bulky equipment that could be noisy, bulky and frightening for children who had to use it for treatment, but the nebulizer has become silent, accessible and can even come in fun shapes and colors. Patients or relatives of patients with asthma, pneumonia, cystic fibrosis and other conditions who may wonder how a nebulizer works. Know-How Does a Nebulizer Work? Nebulizer therapy works by atomizing a liquid medication in the form of an inhalable gas, which can then be easily breathed in by the patient while wearing a nebulizer mask. Besides being an easier way to administer medication than traditional oral m

Spirometry and its Procedure

Spirometry  is a standard test used by doctors to measure the functioning of your lungs. The test works by measuring the flow of air into and out of your lungs. To take a spirometry test, you sit down and breathe in a small machine called a spirometer. This medical device records the amount of air you breathe in and out and the speed of your breathing. Spirometry tests are used to diagnose these conditions : COPD asthma restrictive lung disease (such as interstitial pulmonary fibrosis) other disorders affecting lung function They also allow your doctor to monitor chronic lung conditions to verify that your current treatment is improving your breathing. Spirometry is often done as part of a group of tests called pulmonary function tests. H ow to prepare for a spirometry test You should not smoke an hour before a spirometry test. You should also avoid alcohol on this day. Eating too much can also affect your ability to breathe. Do not wear clothes that are too tight th