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COPD Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

… This involves getting extra oxygen through a face mask or through a small tube that fits just … are used with devices called inhalers or nebulizers . It's important to learn how to …
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Oxygen Treatment for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease COPD

… periods. Your need for oxygen depends on your health and the results of oximetry or an … Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory … Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory …
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Chronic obstructive lung disease COPD

… (HealthLinkBC File #62b) Immunizations Living with COPD Some lifestyle and … about lifestyle adjustments that can make living with COPD easier. Smoking Smoking is …
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COPD

… Living With More Than One Health Problem Lung Cancer and Other Lung Problems From Smoking … Living With More Than One Health Problem Lung Cancer and Other Lung Problems From Smoking …
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Conserving Energy When You Have COPD or Other Chronic Conditions

… tasks done more easily and enjoy your daily routine. Planning daily activities Here are … tasks done more easily and enjoy your daily routine. Planning daily activities Here are …
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Lung Function in COPD

… 24–36. DOI: 10.1164/rccm.202009-3533SO. Accessed November 30, 2020. Credits Current as … 24–36. DOI: 10.1164/rccm.202009-3533SO. Accessed November 30, 2020. This information … 24–36. DOI: 10.1164/rccm.202009-3533SO. Accessed November 30, 2020. Credits Current as …
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COPD and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin AAT Deficiency

… It helps protect the lungs from the damage caused by inflammation that can lead to … Have bronchiectasis without an evident cause. Who should be tested? An AAT deficiency … smoking. You have difficulty breathing because of COPD or emphysema. Injections of …
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COPD Lung Volume Reduction Surgery

… Surgery Overview In lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS), a large … who have: footnote 1 Severely impaired lung function as measured by breathing tests or a uniform pattern of emphysema …
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Pulmonary Hypertension

… can Try to avoid infections such as COVID-19, colds, and influenza (flu). Get a pneumococcal … can Try to avoid infections such as COVID-19, colds, and influenza (flu). Get a pneumococcal …
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COPD

… If you have COPD, you know how scary it can be to feel … energy when you Have COPD or other chronic conditions COPD COPD (Chronic Obstructive … energy when you Have COPD or other chronic conditions COPD COPD (Chronic Obstructive …