Asthma

[Ca12345]

Hi im 25 years of age i have asthma and my peak flow reading is 600 and then 550 when not controlled does that seem like a good score but still feel short of breath every morning

[2greys]

Hi Ca12345, Depending on your height, I would say those peak flow readings are about normal. The following chart gives you the range of readings, the height measurements are in Inches. I do not have Asthma, so I am hesitant in explaining why you are feeling short of breath every morning, do you suffer with anxiety which might explain it?

Is your avatar a photo from the Norfolk Broads by any chance?

Link below for the chart'

asthma.partners.org/NewFile...

[peege]

Hi, its a pretty good peak flow for your age methinks, I do 450 on a good day however, I have moderate asthma & I'm older. If you've just got asthma it sounds as though its uncontrolled to eat short of breath in the mornings. Do you know your triggers and are you using inhalers? Its flipping annoying that its so difficult to get a gp appointment but really, its best to check with yours or your respiratory nurse. Failing that try the BLF helpline office hours 03000 030555 or the AsthmaUK helpline for advice

PS asthma is often worse at night, mine certainly is and need an extra puff of Fostair October through to May at night. Cannot ever sleep with window open at night as the drop in temperature brings on the wheeze & breathlessness

[Hidden]

A peak flow reading is such a personal thing, to a large extent it depends on what’s normal for YOU. And as you can see from the chart in 2greys ’ link, if you’re over 6’ yours could be a bit low, if shorter then they seem pretty good. Of course, most asthmatics wake up a bit wheezy, that’s very common.

Or could there be something in your bedding which is causing symptoms?

[Alberta56]

Your peak flow sounds all right to me, though I'm not a medic.

[Hidden]

Hi Ca -

I don't have asthma and I'm not a medical professional but I would say those peak flow readings are very good.

Check out Asthma UK website for further info:

asthma.org.uk/

the peak flow page here:

asthma.org.uk/advice/manage...

You can also phone their helpline Mon-Fri between 9am and 5pm.

Your own asthma nurse should be able to advise you also.

Shortness of breathe in the mornings perhaps use your ventolin / blue inhaler as prescribed.

Enjoy the weekend, breathing easy.

[Hidden]

You may wish to join Asthma UK community here at HU as well Ca - go here:

healthunlocked.com/asthmauk...

Best wishes BK

[andy121]

Hi, peak flow is a funny thing what's good for you could be bad for someone else for example 350 could be really high for some but really low for you. You can have really good peak flow and still have asthma symptoms. My peak flow is high even though I suffer really bad asthma. It's just a case of finding out what's causing the symptoms and removing them one thing at a time and making sure you take your meds regularly. Sounds like somethings bothering you at night to make you breathless in morning.

[Ca12345]

Thanks for all the replys i am 6ft and my best pesk flow is 650 but ive been told i have dysfuncional breathing but feels like asthma ??

[hypercat54 in reply to Ca12345]

One simple thing you can try is to ensure your bedding is all washed in at least 60 degrees. This will kill dust mite which are a very common trigger.

Your pillows should also be washed frequently or changed every 6-9 months or so. Half the weight of an old pillow can be made up of dust mites. Talking of pillows I don't know if you use one or two but two is better.

Oh and just thought of something else. It's best if your duvet is not a feather or down one as that can cause symptoms. I use a microfibre one which is much better.

I also take my ventolin inhaler (the one that you use for quick relief) just before bed, or exercise.

[hypercat54]

I wish mine were as good as that. I do around 300-350 on a good day, but I am a lot older than you.

I recommend you also put your post in the asthma site on here too as they are very knowledgeable as well.

[Milandra17 in reply to hypercat54]

Me too! 🤦🏻‍♀️

[Ca12345]

Morning all, just wondering why im really bad in the morning but still blow peak flow of 600??

[2greys in reply to Ca12345]

If eliminating the above allergen causes, try closing your bedroom window at night, the pollen count is at it's highest during the night, also poor air quality with pollution may be an issue, not always traffic, garden bonfires being set at night are my enemy.

[Hobbledehoy]

Has your healthcare support checked your inhaler technique? It's surprising how often even those of us who've used them for yonks get into bad habits. BLF has videos as well. Hopefully you'll feel like a spring chicken when you've used all the tips! All the best

[Kristicats]

Best talk to your asthma clinic/ nurse as we cannot surmise as we don’t know what’s ‘ normal’ for you.