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Peakflow mtr or pulmonary function test?

2021-02-24 07:42:33
I have been using peak flow meter to check my lung capacity every week for my interest It shows 350 to 400(L/M) every time in green line!! I am feeling OK,but for safe side,I want to check lung capacity test for better results to keep my lungs safely, I am very much concern about my lungs...Recently I have been diagnosed with bronchitis with thick phlegm...from that time onwards,I am very much care about lungs . Is checking lung capacity by "peak flow meter" every week is better?? Or else (pulmonary function  test) is must for lung functions?? Please give me your valuable answers sir/madam
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Hi. I understand your concerns. Peak flow is only for monitoring and to detect any acut changes. Pulmonary function test should be done atleast once a year if you are diagnosed with bronchitis

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Peak flow meter is used for detecting changes or trends in patients asthma control and look for airflow limitation. However, it is less reliable, hence spirometry/ PFT is required to confirm or exclude airflow limitation. PEF is not useful for patients of  acute or chronic bronchitis.
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You do not need to check your lung capacity every week. Get a PFT, if your are concerned about lung capacities.

Answered2021-02-24 17:19:40

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Peak flow rate is good tool for Monitoring response to treatment and Spirometry ((PFT) is for diagnosis whether it is asthma or bronchitis. Get yourself properly diagnosed first.

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Do a pulmonary function test, and consult a PULMONOLOGIST for further evaluation and management

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