Sometimes it’s best just to get it all out. When dealing with a progressive lung disease such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pulmonary fibrosis or emphysema, the buildup of phlegm can be a constant source of frustration. Not only can this buildup cause difficulty in regular breathing, but the obstruction of the airways can be … Read more
As you know, there are four total stages of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), ranging from mild to very severe. Stage 1 COPD is also known as mild COPD, and stage 2 COPD is the moderate stage at which recognizable symptoms often first appear. As COPD progresses, your COPD stage will also change to reflect the severity of your … Read more
After learning information about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the COPD stages, prognosis and life expectancy, and specifics about stage 1 COPD, it’s time to go in-depth in the next COPD stage: moderate COPD or stage 2 COPD. Because each stage of COPD differs in symptom severity, rate of progression, and how COPD affects your life, having a good understanding … Read more
When times get hard, remember to stop and just breathe. Living with chronic lung diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pulmonary fibrosis (PF), and emphysema can often mean a daily struggle to breathe. As the symptoms of these conditions are most notably shortness of breath, day-to-day life with these diseases can dramatically affect the quality of life of … Read more
Many people know the benefits proper levels of vitamins and minerals in the body may offer. However, people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other chronic lung diseases may benefit from vitamins to a greater degree than other people. In fact, our health care team at Lung Institute can tell you there are 2 vitamins that … Read more
Having enough oxygenated blood can be challenging when you have a chronic lung disease, such as pulmonary fibrosis or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). For people with lung disease, lung function and lung capacity can diminish over time. Lung function is a metric determined by how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you … Read more
People living with chronic lung diseases often have trouble with increased mucus production. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and chronic bronchitis tend to cause more increased mucus production than other types of chronic lung diseases. Otherwise known as phlegm or sputum, mucus traps debris and other organisms, so they can be cleared from the lungs when you cough. … Read more
Looking for a natural way to increase oxygen indoors? For those suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the desire for more oxygen can be demanding. Although options are available for increasing oxygen through means such as oxygenators and air purifiers, there are a variety of natural alternatives for increasing air quality that is beneficial for both body and … Read more