Chronic Lung Treatments

Questions and Answers

1. What climate is best for COPD?

   - With having COPD, would I be better off in the winter in warmer weather (Florida or Arizona)or cooler weather (Michigan)? Or does it really matter?
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Topics, Blog Posts, Articles, Checklists, and To-Do Lists

1. Oxygen Therapy

   Article - When lung disease progresses to the point that the lungs can't supply enough oxygen to meet the needs of the body, the doctor may prescribe home oxygen therapy. The following symptoms and signs will show that oxygen may be needed:

2. Questions to Ask About Surgery for Chronic Lung Disease

   Article - Surgery is a serious step. You and the person you're caring for should ask as many questions as you need to before he decides to go ahead.

3. Lung Disease Rehabilitation

   Article - What is lung disease rehabilitation? Learn the goals of lung disease rehabilitation and what most lung disease rehabilitation programs offer, including exercise, nutrition and support.

4. Smoking Cessation

   Article - The most important thing a person with lung disease can do is STOP SMOKING. Smoking is the number one cause of COPD and can make any kind of lung disease worse. Medications are available that can help a person stop smoking (such as the "patch"). Sometimes even multiple medications may be needed...

5. Surgical Options for Chronic Lung Disease

   Article - This is specifically for people with emphysema. The surgeon removes the part of each lung that is most severely affected by emphysema. The purpose is to remove the most overinflated portions of the lungs to allow the more normal parts to function better.

6. Keeping the Airways Clear

   Article - Excess mucus in the lungs due to COPD or NTM makes breathing more difficult. Learn ways to clear mucus from lungs and airways to get relief.