Puff

Puff is a term that can refer to several different things in the medical field. It can refer to a short, quick blast of air or gas, or it can refer to a swelling or enlargement. In the context of medicine, a puff can also refer to a dose of medication delivered via an inhaler.

Inhaler Puff

An inhaler puff is a dose of medication that is delivered via an inhaler. Inhalers are commonly used in the treatment of respiratory conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The medication is contained in a pressurized canister and is released in a puff of aerosolized particles when the inhaler is activated. This allows the medication to be inhaled directly into the lungs, where it can have the most effect.

Puff Swelling

A puff can also refer to a swelling or enlargement. This can occur in various parts of the body due to different causes. For example, puffiness around the eyes can be a sign of allergies, sleep deprivation, or fluid retention. Puffiness in the ankles or legs can be a sign of edema, which can be caused by conditions such as heart failure, kidney disease, or liver disease.

Puff of Air

In some medical tests, a puff of air is used to measure certain parameters. For example, in a tonometry test, which is used to measure the pressure inside the eye, a puff of air is directed at the eye and the resistance to the air puff is measured. This can help diagnose conditions such as glaucoma.

See Also

• Inhaler
• Asthma
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• Allergies
• Edema
• Tonometry
• Glaucoma

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