In the spring, the temperature rises, and the sun starts to shine more. However, these pleasant occurrences tend to lead to higher levels of pollen, mold and other allergens, and higher levels of allergens can cause issues for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Most people reach for an inhaler or oral allergy medications to combat … Read more
Being a caregiver is tough work. Here are some COPD FAQs and a little support to get the job done without losing your hair. The daily physical and mental challenges can be overwhelming for those who care for loved ones with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). According to the Pew Research Center, there are currently … Read more
When you have a chronic lung disease, having enough oxygen is always on your mind. The Risks of Not Having Enough Oxygen include suffering from the low-oxygen conditions hypoxemia or hypoxia. Without oxygen, the brain, liver, and other organs can begin to sustain damage mere minutes after symptoms start. Hypoxemia (low oxygen in the blood) can cause hypoxia (low oxygen in body … Read more
Pneumonitis is a term to describe the inflammation of lung tissue. Inflammation can play a major in almost any lung disease. When patients with COPD experience a flare-up in symptoms, the culprit can usually be found in the trigger of inflammation to the lungs or airways. Sufferers of pulmonary fibrosis know this all too well with lung scarring. What … Read more
COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a common lung condition that affects millions of people around the world. It causes inflammation in your lungs, narrowing the airway passages, and making breathing difficult. Symptoms include regular coughing or wheezing, shortness or breath and frequent lung infections. COPD flare-ups, or exacerbations, can be scary for anyone … Read more
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a condition that affects about 24 million people in the United States. It is a progressive disease, meaning it gets worse in time, that causes shortness of breath and coughing. COPD is a condition in which your airways become inflamed, making it more difficult to breathe and also causing mucus build … Read more
Feeling a little short of breath? You’re in the right place. The state of feeling out of breath can be deeply distressing, and for nearly a third of those with lung disease, it is a condition that is frequently debilitating. In short, we need oxygen to live, and to feel as though that has been cut … Read more
Pulmonary fibrosis can be a difficult condition to live with. We’re here to make it easier. Pulmonary fibrosis is a restrictive lung disease that develops primarily as a result of exposure to tobacco smoke or other harmful airborne particulates. The symptoms of the disease can frankly be devastating to one’s quality of life, causing shortness of … Read more
A few things to remember when you just don’t feel like cooking. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), is a degenerative lung disease that slowly wears away a patient’s breathing ability and quality of life. Although difficulty breathing can often be the biggest concern for this group, the day-to-day fatigue that comes with it can be … Read more
People living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) understand the importance of following their COPD treatment plan. Some doctors recommend additional lifestyle modifications to help their patients maximize their COPD treatment plan. Here are five easy steps to help you gain the most out of your COPD treatment plan. How Do I Get Started to Maximize My COPD Treatment … Read more