Heart Disease /hypertension

Asthma

The following services may be performed by your doctor:

  • Peak Expiratory flow rate measurements (PEFR); a simple breathing test which measures airflow from the lungs & can be used to both monitor & help to diagnose asthma.
  • Nebuliser treatment for acute asthma attacks. Medication can be delivered by inhaling the relieving drug in the droplet form created by a nebuliser.
  • Smoking Cessation: This is a difficult task and we advise you get as much help as possible.
  • Inhaler technique: how to use your inhaler correctly. As time passes, inhaler requirements may change and technique needs to be reviewed regularly
  • Referal to a Respiratory Physician in severe cases