Supplemental oxygen is one of the most common treatments used with chronic lung diseases. It’s helpful because it can aid patients who aren’t able to maintain a healthy blood oxygen level. However, you may face issues when your doctor recommends supplemental oxygen, and one of these issues is whether you need continuous flow oxygen, pulse oxygen or … Read more
Oxygen therapy for COPD can be incredibly beneficial for some but not all. When it comes to the use of oxygen therapy for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) it can be a mixed bag. Although supplemental oxygen tanks are vital and universally recommended by pulmonologists and physicians alike, in truth they only … Read more
Doctors often prescribe oxygen therapy at home for people with chronic lung disease and low blood oxygen levels. Doctors and COPD patients keep a close eye on blood oxygen levels. Oxygen is essential to a properly functioning body. Every cell, organ and tissue in your body needs enough oxygen. Healthy oxygen levels help keep your body working … Read more
For people with lung disease who regularly need supplemental oxygen, the hassle of airline travel can seem like a daunting task. But fear not because even though it takes a few more steps, commercial airline travel is still an option. Here are our travel tips on how to fly with oxygen tanks for people with lung disease. How to Fly with Oxygen Containers: … Read more
Are you wondering why the brain needs oxygen? Oxygen levels and brain function go hand in hand. Having enough oxygen in the brain is crucial to brain function and, therefore, to the body as a whole. The brain requires a constant supply of both oxygen and glucose. Without enough oxygen or with low blood-oxygen levels, the … Read more
Using supplemental oxygen as part of a treatment plan is common for many people with chronic lung disease, such as COPD or pulmonary fibrosis. However, if you use oxygen therapy regularly, you could notice increased dryness in your throat, nose, or mouth. Supplemental oxygen use can cause severe dryness, irritated skin, and even nose bleeds. Here … Read more
If you have a condition such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or pulmonary fibrosis, chances are that you might have a prescription for supplemental oxygen. Supplemental oxygen has shown to be beneficial for many people with chronic lung disease by improving exercise tolerance and breathlessness during exertion. Liquid oxygen, also called LOX, is different from concentrated or “regular” … Read more
Oxygen saturation refers to the amount of oxygen that’s in your bloodstream. The body requires a specific amount of oxygen in your blood to function properly. The normal range of oxygen saturation for adults is 94 to 99 percent. Anyone with an oxygen saturation level below 90 percent will likely require supplemental oxygen, which is prescribed by your … Read more
Pulmonary fibrosis is a condition in which the tissue of the lungs becomes damaged and scarred. Many things can lead to pulmonary fibrosis, although doctors often cannot identify a specific cause. If you’re living with a chronic lung disease like pulmonary fibrosis (PF), interstitial lung disease (ILD) or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), you’ve likely heard your doctor talk … Read more
Are you or someone you know currently using an oxygen tank? Let’s take a look back at its history… The Supplemental Oxygen Tank- From Past to Present For those suffering from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) oxygen may be a necessity; and it’s worth knowing that supplemental oxygen has come a long way. From the discovery of oxygen itself … Read more