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2026-06-28 15:21:50
Hello! I am planning to get some tests done for lungs. Apart from X-ray, should I go for just PFT or Spirometry as well? This will be a routine checkup. I do get shortness of breath from time to time. Thanks
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Shortness of breath on and off is vague term it depends on diurnal and postural variations associated all ergies or wheeze or sneeze or any seasonal variation any leg swelling
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First proper clinical evaluation by pulmonologist Then decide on test

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Cause of breathlessness doesnot include only lungs. It can be due to cardiac pathology, due to anemia, etc , etc. Consult a pulmonologist for proper diagnosis and treatment

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Yes. Get a pft test done

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It depends on your history , also rule out other causes of shortness of breath
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Kindly consult for further evaluation

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Lung function tests alone cannot be sufficient for a diagnosis of shortness of breath,need to correlate clinically,need proper history before going for a lung test ,better to consult a pulmonologist before doing routine tests

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You can take PFT alone yearly once as like other master health check up. If there is any abnormalilty spirometry can be recommended. Consult a Pulmonologist for further information

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You can go for pft

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it depends on your clinical history and xray whether spirometry alone is required or with additional tests

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Spirometry is part of PFT

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