Bronchial tube failure in PFT

philaman · #1 Aug 22, 2007, 03:28 PM

Was tested and found my air evacuation is low...what is the treatment for problem w/little brochial tubes?

inthebox · Aug 23, 2007, 11:55 AM

Are you referring to the FEV1 [ forced expiratory volume in 1 second ] ?

This is one of many parameters measured in a PFT [ pulmonary function test ].

A low FEV1 MAY indicate chronic [ bronchitis / emphysema ] obstructive pulmonary disease or asthma or restrictive lung disease. It has to be interpreted in the context of the rest of the test results.

If you smoke - try to stop.

Try to get the exact interpretation of your PFTs.

Grace and Peace.

philaman · Aug 23, 2007, 05:22 PM

How can knowing my results help me? should I seek a specialist? I have an appointment w/my primary care physician on monday The tester gave me alot of numbers should I try and get a copy? He spoke of ADVAIR and Albutrol I certainly appreciate any info you can provide. T



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