Pulmonary & Sleep Health Articles
Explore helpful articles from Gwinnett Pulmonary & Sleep on breathing, lung conditions, sleep disorders, testing, treatments, and everyday wellness.
August 7, 2025
How Lung Rehabilitation Helps Former Smokers Breathe Easier
Quitting smoking is one of the best decisions you can make for your lung health. Many former smokers still struggle with breathing problems long...
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August 6, 2025
FVC in Pulmonary Testing: What It Measures and Why It Matters
When you take a deep breath and blow out as hard as you can, you’re performing the basic action measured in Forced Vital Capacity...
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August 5, 2025
FeNO Adult Range: How to Know If Your Results Are Normal
FeNO testing measures the amount of nitric oxide in your exhaled breath to detect airway inflammation. This simple breathing test helps doctors understand what’s...
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August 5, 2025
Can Losing Weight Help Sleep Apnea? Here’s the Truth
Millions of people struggle with sleep apnea, a condition that disrupts breathing during sleep and leaves them feeling tired during the day. Many wonder...
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August 4, 2025
Pulmonary Rehabilitation for COPD: How It Helps You Breathe Better
Living with COPD can make simple tasks like walking up stairs or carrying groceries feel impossible. Many people with this condition find themselves avoiding...
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August 4, 2025
Are Sleep Studies Worth It? Understanding Their Real Impact
Many people wonder if spending the night in a sleep center is truly necessary when dealing with ongoing sleep problems. The answer is often...
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August 2, 2025
Can Asthma Show Up on an X-Ray? What to Expect by Gwinnett...
When you think about asthma testing, you might wonder if a chest X-ray can give you clear answers. Asthma itself does not show up...
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August 1, 2025
CPET Contraindications: When Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing Isn’t Recommended
Cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) is a powerful tool for checking heart and lung function during exercise. However, this test is not safe or right...
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July 27, 2025
Why Is Polysomnography Done Overnight?
Polysomnography, commonly referred to as a sleep study, is typically conducted during nighttime hours to accurately capture your natural sleep patterns. This specialized test...
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