Asthma Clinic

[Carriejen]

I have an appointment with the asthma nurse tomorrow, and it's my first ever appointment since I was given a 'working diagnosis' only 4 weeks ago. Does anyone know what happens with the nurse? Will I undergo more testing?

[starveycat]

She will probably ask you to breathe as hard as you can in a tube might weigh you. Nothing to worry about. Best advice I can give is to write down all your concerns and worries and make the most of your consultation supprisinng how they can put your mind at rest 😘

[Carriejen in reply to starveycat]

Thank you! Will it be like another peak flow test or something different? I've got a couple of concerns so I'll write them down 😊

[starveycat in reply to Carriejen]

Yes mine is a peak flow test. I always have a little notebook to jot in i just hate it when i have been and have forgotten something good luck 😁

[Carriejen in reply to starveycat]

Thank you ❤

[Taztarr]

Usually just a chat about how you've been; peak flow meter recorded; weighed; in my case BP checked but I think that's because I have kidney issues as well; and discuss your asthma plan or, as it's your first time, create one.

I have my annual in October so I tend to get the flu jab as well. In fact, my surgery have linked the two: No flu jab until you've attended the annual check up.

Nothing to worry about.