Asthma is a common lung condition that causes occasional breathing difficulties.
It affects people of all ages and often starts in childhood, although it can also appear for the first time in adults.
There’s currently no cure for asthma, but there are simple treatments that can help keep the symptoms under control so it doesn’t have a significant impact on your life.
Some people, particularly children, may eventually grow out of asthma. But for others it’s a lifelong condition.
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Asthma Checks
These are carried out by the practice nurses who hold the Diploma in Asthma Care. If you have asthma the practice nurse(s) will be able to arrange lung assessment tests for you, and give you advice about your medication and inhalers.
When booking your appointment, please let the reception staff know that you are booking for an asthma check so that they can arrange the correct length of appointment.
If you are on medication or using inhalers for asthma or bronchitis you should attend for yearly check ups and the doctor or nurse will advise you when to book your next appointment.
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