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Coping with Emphysema

Coping with a lung disease such as emphysema can be very difficult for the patient and their families. emphysema treatment can be physically and emotionally debilitating, and coping with emphysema treatment can sometimes be very stressful for you and your family. Learn ways to cope with your emphysema diagnosis and treatment.
How to Use Your Nebulizer
Nebulizers are used to treat asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and other conditions where inhaled medicines are indicated. Here are easy step-by-step instructions about how to use your nebulizer.
What is Oxygen-Replacement Therapy?
In some patients, lung function may eventually worsen, requiring the need for supplemental oxygen. Find out what oxygen-replacement therapy is, what oxygen storage and delivery systems are available and how oxygen may be administered.
I'm on Oxygen Therapy & I Have to Travel. What Do I Need to Know Before I Go?
Living with a lung disease brings many challenges, especially when you need supplemental oxygen and you want to travel. Find out what you need to know before traveling by air, land and sea. Don't leave home without reading this first.
Controlling Your Breathing - How To Catch Your Breath
Can't catch your breath? Are you huffing and puffing trying to get some air? Feeling out of control when your short of breath? Find out how to catch your breath and get control of your breathing. Discover helpful hints for gettin air into your lungs when you're short of breath.
How to Live with Emphysema
Although many questions about emphysema remain unanswered, one thing is clear - quitting smoking can prevent the occurrence of emphysema and slow the disease. Other changes to your environment, such as avoiding smog, may also help prevent the development of emphysema or keep it from getting worse.
Coping With Shortness of Breath
Coping with the smoking-related conditions of chronic bronchitis and emphysema can be difficult. People with these chronic obstructive respiratory diseases can suffer from debilitating shortness of breath. Find simple ways to do everyday tasks.

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