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Spirometer Test Results

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Pietermaritzburg, ZA

How is it possible for x-rays to show possible çopd and when you do the lung function test the results are basically off the charts with fev1/fvc % being way over 100% mind blowing but I'm just grateful

September 26, 2023
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A MyCOPDTeam Member

The question is does whatever is seen in a CT scan or x-ray impact your breathing and how. That's why the PFT is the definitive diagnostic tool for COPD.

September 26, 2023
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Thanks what the x-ray picked up was hyperinflation of the lungs possibly due to COPD/emphysema hence my sceptism when the PFT showed extremely good results and considering the weekend I had SOB and wheezing which just kinda comes on suddenly. I am also asthmatic

September 26, 2023
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Different problems are seen in a chest X ray than a respiratory function test,ie inflammation of the lungs .

September 26, 2023
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Ok so I had another look at my results and noticed that doctor put the incorrect gender details

September 26, 2023
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Thank you so much this really helps so I was actually freaking out for nothing

September 26, 2023

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