Peak Flow Range??? - Asthma Message Board

shmal · 11-08-2005, 10:28 AM

Hi I was wondering if someone might be able to give me an idea about the range on a peak flow meter.( what should it be)?I am a 35 yr old female about 5'6" & 170lb

2 yrs ago I had a severe case of pnumonia(sp ?) so now every time that I get sick and my breathing becomes labored i start to worry.I am currently on albuteral and the zpack for sinus & uri..Thanks in advanced

Howitt44 · 11-08-2005, 01:52 PM

I can't find my book that has the peak flow chart in it, but if I remember right I think it's probably in the 420-450 range. My average (according to the chart is 380) but I am 48 years old and only 5'2". I know that it decreases with age and of course height plays a part also.

WhiteLight · 11-08-2005, 02:03 PM

Your peakflow should be within the 490 range. I'm the same height and thats what my doctor said mine should be.

shmal · 11-08-2005, 06:42 PM

Hey ,thank you both sooooo much.I better start blowing because I'm barely hitting 300....Thanks again I really appreciate it!!!