Do you cough often, get out of breath quickly or make a whistling noise when you breathe? These are signs of lung disease and do not delay going to the doctor.
If you don't smoke, exercise regularly and are healthy, you can check how healthy your lungs are at home.
These three tests are recommended by health experts at the Munich Clinic. They are not a substitute for a medical examination, but they provide a rough estimate of lung volume. Regardless of the results of these tests, you should have your lungs checked if you become short of breath more quickly than usual during exertion or if your cough persists for several weeks after an infection. Regular examinations by a pulmonologist are also recommended for smokers.
1. TEST: Blow up the balloon
For this you will need: a balloon with a volume of ten liters
Take a deep breath and blow up the balloon in one breath. Then tie it up.
It should now be at least 1,5 times the size of your head at its widest point.
If it is significantly smaller, it may be an indication that your lungs are working less well.
2. TEST: Extinguish the candle
For this you will need: a candle and a tape measure
Light a candle and place it a hundred meters away from you.
If you can put out the flames from this distance, your lungs are working very well.
If you can put out the flame at least 50 centimeters away, that's still good too.
If the candle is at a distance of 20 centimeters or closer, and you still do not manage to extinguish it, you should examine the lungs, it says i live.hr.
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