Breathing test

[Damon1864]

Have been for my breathing test today, did a bit better than I thought which surprised me. Now I have to wait until March 15 th for my results. Hope they will be ok, I will worry until I find out.

[sassy59]

That’s a long time to wait for your results but hope it all turns out well. Xxxxx

[Damon1864 Volunteer in reply to sassy59]

Thank youxxx

[mrsmummy]

That seems a very long wait Damon1864 but I also hope it turns out well.

[Damon1864 Volunteer in reply to mrsmummy]

Thanks xxx

[O2Trees]

I always ask the technician and they tell me on the spot. Also ask for and get a print-out. Hope your results are ok.

[Damon1864 Volunteer in reply to O2Trees]

Thank you xxx

[zen800 in reply to O2Trees]

Can anybody tell me how often you should have a spirometry breathing test. I have only had one since I was diagnosed 2years ago. I have mild copd I think. Thanks.

[esther333 in reply to zen800]

My nurse sends a reminder once a year. I was diagnosed three years ago. I should go back for further advice from your doctor.

[Meg52 in reply to zen800]

I have one twice a year with the nurse at my GP practice. xx

[Shancock]

I would ask why you have to wait so long I got a printout on the day of mine and results were emailed to specialist same day.

[Damon1864 Volunteer in reply to Shancock]

I have no idea why I have to wait, it's just what they told me.xx

[Meg52 in reply to Damon1864]

Even though the results are emailed through to the consultant, I, like you, usually have to wait for the results so I know how you feel. Have you asked the technician how you have done? I have started asking him and although he doesn’t give me the full results he usually shows me the graph compared to my previous reading so I have an idea how it compares. Please try not to worry about it, if the worry is making you feel worse try ringing the consultant’s secretary, she might be able to help. Gentle hugs Meg52