Does a pulmonology perform inhaler therapy?

A pulmonologist considers your breathing symptoms, diagnosis, other medicines and ability to use a device. An inhaler may deliver medicine that opens the airways, reduces airway inflammation or serves another prescribed purpose. The clinician can demonstrate the technique, watch you use the device and correct problems such as poor timing or an incomplete breath. A spacer may be discussed for some inhalers.

Use the inhaler exactly as prescribed and ask for a technique check at follow-up. Keep track of symptoms, night waking, activity limits and how often quick-relief medicine is needed. Do not stop a regular inhaler or change doses without medical advice. Bring every inhaler to appointments so the team can check the device and your routine.

Seek emergency help for severe breathlessness, blue or grey lips, confusion, collapse, inability to speak comfortably or rapidly worsening symptoms. If the prescribed reliever is not helping as directed, obtain urgent medical advice. A planned review is useful when symptoms recur, technique is difficult or treatment causes troublesome effects.

Ask which inhaler is for regular control and which is for quick relief, how to use each device, and whether a spacer is suitable. Clarify missed-dose advice, cleaning, storage and the symptoms that should trigger an urgent review.