What Is A Nebulizer?

Other Uses For A Nebulizer

As discussed, a nebulizer is a medical device used to deliver inhaled medication in mist form. As such, it's designed for individuals with respiratory conditions that make taking deep breaths difficult. Asthma is the most common condition a nebulizer is prescribed for, but doctors may also prescribe one for patients with cystic fibrosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and bronchiectasis. Doctors might also prescribe nebulizers temporarily for children recovering from respiratory infections causing narrowing of the airways. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is an ongoing lung disease in which inflammation leads to obstructed air flowing out of the lungs. Patients develop chronic obstructive pulmonary disease because of being exposed long-term to toxic particulates and gases that irritated the respiratory system, leading to a chronic inflammatory response. Most of the time, this is related to smoking, but individuals in jobs like coal mining might also develop it. Cystic fibrosis is genetic and causes the lungs to become progressively more clogged by mucus. Cystic fibrosis has the potential to be fatal, and often is without a lung transplant.