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Video: Cooking for COPD
MyCOPDTeam has partnered with the Home Rehab Network to bring you videos filled with helpful tips...
Everyone gets tired sometimes, but people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are m...
... If I have a bad day, I don't have to stand there cooking, I just put them in the microwave,” explained one member. Those who watch their diets say it helped them feel better, manage their weight, and control COPD symptoms. ...
Diet and COPD
... If I have a bad day, I don't have to stand there cooking, I just put them in the microwave,” explained one member. Those who watch their diets say it helped them feel better, manage their weight, and control COPD symptoms. ...
If you have COPD, you may be at greater risk for pneumonia. Many members of MyCOPDTeam have bout...
Pneumonia and COPD
If you have COPD, you may be at greater risk for pneumonia. Many members of MyCOPDTeam have bout...
... Because LVRS reduces the size of your lungs, it’s sometimes called lung reduction surgery for COPD.BullectomyIn a bullectomy, doctors remove bullae — air pockets that form when parts of the lungs get damaged. These pockets can press on healthy lung tissue and reduce airflow. ...
COPD and Surgery: Safety, Reducing Costs, and More
... Because LVRS reduces the size of your lungs, it’s sometimes called lung reduction surgery for COPD.BullectomyIn a bullectomy, doctors remove bullae — air pockets that form when parts of the lungs get damaged. These pockets can press on healthy lung tissue and reduce airflow. ...
If you've ever felt depression related to COPD, you're not alone. Many members of MyCOPDTeam expe...
Depression and COPD
If you've ever felt depression related to COPD, you're not alone. Many members of MyCOPDTeam expe...
... Options include: Aclidinium bromide/formoterol (Duaklir Pressair) Glycopyrrolate/formoterol (Bevespi Aerosphere) Tiotropium bromide/olodaterol (Stiolto Respimat) Umeclidinium/vilanterol (Anoro Ellipta) SteroidsCorticosteroids — also called steroids — delivered by inhaler can help reduce swelling and irritation of the airways. ...
Inhalers and COPD: How To Choose and What To Know
... Options include: Aclidinium bromide/formoterol (Duaklir Pressair) Glycopyrrolate/formoterol (Bevespi Aerosphere) Tiotropium bromide/olodaterol (Stiolto Respimat) Umeclidinium/vilanterol (Anoro Ellipta) SteroidsCorticosteroids — also called steroids — delivered by inhaler can help reduce swelling and irritation of the airways. ...
... One MyCOPDTeam member shared, “I have what’s called an ‘action plan.’ It is a 10-day supply of antibiotics and steroids. I can make the decision to start them based on how I feel. I take them with me when we travel as well. It’s a great idea, and it’s reassuring to have them with me to start at any time.” ...
Traveling With COPD: What You Should Know
... One MyCOPDTeam member shared, “I have what’s called an ‘action plan.’ It is a 10-day supply of antibiotics and steroids. I can make the decision to start them based on how I feel. I take them with me when we travel as well. It’s a great idea, and it’s reassuring to have them with me to start at any time.” ...
... Sometimes called SoB, shortness of breath can occur without warning. It causes some people to assume they should avoid activity as to not trigger SoB. However, research finds that staying active is an important part of fighting the progression of COPD. ...
Staying Active and COPD
... Sometimes called SoB, shortness of breath can occur without warning. It causes some people to assume they should avoid activity as to not trigger SoB. However, research finds that staying active is an important part of fighting the progression of COPD. ...
... Another member swears by an app called Smoke Free. “It keeps me honest, accountable, and eager to continue keeping my body smoke-free,” he said.Others find ways to keep their hands busy. “When you get the urge to smoke, have a hard candy - or play with a pencil or stress ball - until it passes,” suggested one member. ...
COPD and Quitting Smoking
... Another member swears by an app called Smoke Free. “It keeps me honest, accountable, and eager to continue keeping my body smoke-free,” he said.Others find ways to keep their hands busy. “When you get the urge to smoke, have a hard candy - or play with a pencil or stress ball - until it passes,” suggested one member. ...
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