I made 26 just counting fast at 6:30pm. I'll bet I cannot do that 2 hours after I get up. I am going to keep these # to compare when I feel SOB

well I am pushing hard to get 16 and have no voice... see the lung dr on Tuesday
Annette

Cool thread. I'd read about doing this test but never saw info on
how to do it.

Thanks!

Thank you Bruce. We have a couple of peak flow meters for my kids. I need to know what my normal is to though. It may take some time to figure this out.

Cathi,
Normal is different for everyone. I suggest doing three test, record the best one. Do it at least once or more times a day. Give your results to your doctor. They will be able to help you define the normal and then explain what you should do if those numbers start reclining.

Most peak flow meters have three different levers that can be set. Your doctor should explain how to use those settings. I will try to do some research and try to post something on the MG Link and News.

Bruce

Thank you Bruce. I remember how we monitored my son's peak flow when he was small. Other than having to have the meter with me it would be easy to do.

As far as the counting test goes the same would apply. Find your best at whatever rate or speed you want and always do it the same way.

Two links on how to use a peak flow meter.

http://www.fingerlakesfamilycare.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Adult-Peak-Flow-Meter-Chart.pdf

http://global.respironics.com/UserGuides/AssessLow.pdf

Bruce

Still struggling to reach 20.I have emailed my neuro who emailed straight back yesterday and again today to see when my SFEMG is.I told him I am not panicking as the breathlessness will get better as I rest.

When BWeeds gave me the test it was the most improtant information I have had. I allmost sure I would have waited too long, Not real bright I am not.

Hey Will,
We all try to push it. A condition with no visible problems to outsiders just asks for trouble. I can't remember where I first read about counting, but it sure helps keep me out of trouble.
b.

Cathi, I got frustrated like you did in the past with it not letting me post the information and just cutting it off.

I found the reason for me was the site does not process the percent sign and will not allow us to post it, and in addition, anything after that in the post will be cutoff.

Thank you TJ. I thought the site was just messing with me :-)

Thanks for posting this info. I did not have a metronome, so I googled metronome and there is a free online one you can use.
I have been feeling strong and breathing well this evening and I can count to 45 before all breath is gone. I think that is probably my best, but I am going to check from time to time.

This thread may have kept me from getting in trouble today. Normally I can make 30-35 but yesterday and today I can only get to 25. It's 105* with Houston humidity. I chose not to go to quilt bee even though I love the friends. Catching up on my reading.

Sounds like that is a very good idea Mary. 105, that is just scary, even if you don't have a number that low. Mine is never about 32 in the morning and as low as 23 at night. You almost get used to it after a while, as long as it doesn't get to low, i guess.