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I have a pft coming up on the 15th. I know I can't use any inhalers that morning and I can't use my nebulizer. I rely on those just to get going in the morning. I'm afraid I will get very short of breath and not able to use my rescue inhaler. I am on oxygen 24/7. Anyone have any advice?
I talked to my doctor yesterday about being worried about not being able to use my inhalers on the morning of the test and she said to go ahead and use them like I always do. They will take that into consideration. I was so relieved! I have my pft on March 21st. Hope your's goes well @A MyCOPDTeam Member.
be calm slow your breathing and in thru your nose and out your mouth smell the roses blow out the candel
@A MyCOPDTeam Member stick to your regime and yes, let your pulmo know you did for sure. Gather up all your positive confidence from your house and march right down there and tell him/her "here I am!" You will feel so uplifted.
I take symbicort and a rescue inhaler.....when I am scheduled for tests that morning......I use my rescue inhaler 4 to 6 hours prior to my appointment.....BUT.......I have been told that if I need to use inhaler prior to function tests......DO SO......just let them know......they say your health is more important.....including their breathing......just relax.....do nothing until you do the tests......I know everyone is different and have different stages/levels but this is what I have to do......I hope this helps
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