COPD and Nose Issues
Do you deal with a stuffy, runny, or dry nose? What tips and tricks do you have for managing nose issues with your COPD?
I often have "dry nose" syndrome. It got so bad several years ago that I would get nose bleeds bad enough to send me to the ER. My doctor told me to use a Q-tip and Vaseline. I use it every day and haven't had a problem with bleeding since.
@ I would check with my doctor before using this method. 
It is not safe to use Vaseline or anything containing petroleum jelly with oxygen therapy. Please consider using an alternative for your safety. <3 Here's a good list that covers what is and isn't safe with oxygen:
https://copd.net/living/dos-donts-supplemental-oxygen
Take good care of yourself. -Melissa, team member
I pray that the Veteran Medical Centers Dentistry knows what this website shows
@I need all my upper roots of my teeth removed. I don't know how this could be done while I'm on oxygen with out pain and anxiety? Suggestions? THANKS 
I can relate. Because of dry mouth I had to have all of my teeth removed. I am on night oxygen and was on a c-pap for years. They will likely sedate you, unless there are reasons why they can't. They will give you pain medication. If anxiety is a concern, do discuss this with your doctor or dentist. Do you use a nasal cannula with your oxygen? Wearing a mask is doable too. Do discuss with your doctor or dentist too. Even their techs might be able to advise you on these things. I hope that you find some of this helpful. Know that we are always here for you. Janet (COPD Team)
I use Flonase and Arm and Hammer saline spray.
I use a product that pulmonologist mentioned called AYR. It's an ointment I think it's aloe. You get it OTC so ask someone to help you find it in drugstore
