The Benefits of Pulmonary Function Testing

Most people know that it’s important to get regular checkups with their doctor. But many don’t realize that pulmonary function testing is an important part of assessing lung health. This test can be done at any time, but it should be conducted at least twice a year to monitor lung health. The pulmonary-function-test measures how much air you’re able to breathe in and out. By doing this, doctors are able to see how well your lungs are functioning and if they may have any problems that need further evaluation or treatment.

Pulmonary function testing is important for people who have a chronic lung disease, such as asthma or emphysema; or if one has been exposed to environmental hazards that can cause lung damage, such as tobacco smoke, dust, chemicals, or infections.

Pulmonary function testing is an important part of any physical exam and helps us determine if there are problems affecting your overall well-being. Regular checkups are an important part of maintaining good health, and it’s even more important to make sure your lungs are in good shape by getting pulmonary function testing at least twice a year. Schedule your first pulmonary function test with EKO Internal Medicine Today, leave us a message with subject ‘Info on Pulmonary Function Test’.

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Pulmonary function testing typically involves 3 phases:

  1. Breathing in and out of a device that measures how much air you’re able to inhale and exhale.
  2. Breathing into another machine that analyzes your breathing patterns.
  3. Using another device that looks at the amount of oxygen in your blood.

The benefits of pulmonary function testing can include:

  • The early detection of lung disease, which can lead to better management and care.
  • Diagnosis of conditions that aren’t obvious like coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, or other breathing difficulties. 

Pulmonary function testing is helpful in diagnosing obstructive airway disorders such as asthma or COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Testing allows your doctor to detect subtle changes in breathing and look for early signs of other conditions that can affect respiratory health.

Pulmonary function testing is conducted at EKO Internal Medicine by skilled board certified physicians. Pulmonary-function-testing is an important part of any physical exam and helps us determine if there are problems affecting your overall well-being. Regular checkups are an important part of maintaining good health. Schedule an appointment with EKO Internal Medicine we have offices in Monteagle Tennessee and Winchester Tennessee. EKO Internal Medicines offices serve patients from the Sewanee, Cowan, Pelham and Tracy City areas. Remember, Pulmonary function testing is a simple and noninvasive test and should be conducted at least twice a year to monitor lung health. If you need a great doctor in Winchester TN, or you need a great doctor in Monteagle TN – Contact us today to set your first appointment!

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