Emphysema is a chronic lung condition that falls under the broader umbrella of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is characterized by the progressive damage and enlargement of the air sacs in the lungs, leading to difficulty in breathing.
Topics: Emphysema, Disease Management, wellness
Are You Showing Signs of Hypoxia? Here Are the Signs and Your Next Steps
Topics: oxygen therapy, Disease Management, respiratory illness, breathlessness
Living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can be challenging, but with the right tools and support, you can effectively manage your symptoms and lead a fulfilling life. One crucial aspect of COPD management is the use of breathing apparatuses, which can help improve your breathing, increase oxygen levels, and enhance your overall quality of life.
Topics: COPD Treatment, Sleep Apnea, Respironics SimplyGo, Disease Management, breathing exercises, breathlessness
Topics: COPD, COPD Treatment, Disease Management, copd tips
Smoking is a leading cause of preventable deaths in the United States. The key word here being “preventable”. Smoking is completely preventable. As impossible as it might seem to quit smoking right now, there is no better time than now and to utilize the tools that are at your fingertips.
Topics: Quit Smoking,, COPD, COPD Treatment, Disease Management, Arya Airtivo Max
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A recent study by British scientists have shown encouraging evidence that retinoic acid can slow the progression of emphysema and in some cases, even reverse damage caused by the disease. This acid is found in Vitamin A. Results from tests on mice have been very positive and the scientists how to begin human trials in the near future. This study is being conducted by doctors at King’s College in London where they have made great strides in revolutionizing treatment for COPD and other respiratory ailments.
Topics: COPD, COPD Treatment, Diet Tips, Emphysema, Disease Management
This post was updated: 10/06/2016
Pulmonary Fibrosis has been diagnosed in around 140,000 Americans, and typically affects people in the age range of 50 to 75 according to the American Lung Association. Like most respiratory diseases, the affects of pulmonary fibrosis may develop more slowly or quickly in different people.
Topics: Respiratory Disease, Disease Management, Pulmonary Fibrosis
This post was updated on 05/24/16 to add more information.
Well, it’s that time of year again. We are coming up on the summer months which means sunshine, picnics, barbecues, vacations, and more are in your near future! Whether you have a summer packed full of plans or you are just looking forward to the nice weather and spending time with friends and family, it’s easy to see why summer is a lot of people’s favorite time of year.
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Topics: COPD, Disease Management
Successfully treating and managing your COPD is like playing a game of chess. You aim to stay 3 steps ahead of the disease at all times, but there’s always a chance that your opponent, COPD, has a trick move up its sleeve.
Because there is no cure for the disease, the goal of treating COPD is to manage your symptoms and to maintain or improve your quality of life.
Topics: COPD, Disease Management
