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Using Inhaler without Help - Struggle for Arthritis Patients

Arthritis patients who have respiratory disease could struggle to manage their conditions because their inhalers are too complicated for them to use, University of Bath research has found. Medical professionals should check that patients with respiratory diseases and rheumatoid arthritis can use their inhalers properly to reduce the risk of them being unable to take their medicines.

Using Inhaler without Help - Struggle for Arthritis Patients

Using Inhaler without Help - Struggle for Arthritis Patients

People with rheumatoid arthritis with varying physical abilities have varying abilities to use inhalers without help. A person-centred approach is required to assess which inhaler device is appropriate for each individual patient.

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