Oxygen Usage and Shortness of Breath
Do you use oxygen? If so, do you still struggle with shortness of breath? How do you manage it?
Yes. I sit down (if possible) and take as deep a breath as I can then exhale as much as I can. Eventually if does pass
, learning what is helpful for bringing the shortness of breath back under control for you is so valuable! Slow, pursed-lip breathing is a technique many find helpful! Doing what you can to stay calm and not panic and make the symptoms worse is key - though it can be very challenging in the moment! How are you feeling today? Thank you for sharing with us. Know we are here to listen when you need support. Wishing you a gentle day. ~Allyson (team member) go on neberliser
I do use oxygen and usually do not struggle with SOB unless I am doing something very strenuous. Also when I am carrying something it kills me.
it sounds like you are doing your best now and that is so important! I also wanted to share a link to our sister site for MS if you would like to connect with our community there: https://multiplesclerosis.net/?_sp=c04e9c1e-53ca-4998-adff-ab5240e054f5.1701459953493. All the best, Sam S. (COPD team). thanks for the link
Hypoxia began my Oxygen use 3 years ago. I have since improved. I need Oxygen support with increased activity or illness. Oxygen is necessary but breathing technique is essential to getting the Oxygen benefits. I agree with this article
, I hear what a difference oxygen therapy and good breathing techniques are making for helping to improve your hypoxia! Using both together can definitely help support better breathing. We appreciate you sharing your experience with us. How are you feeling today? Know we are here to listen when you need a friendly ear. Wishing you a gentle day. ~Allyson (team member)
When diagnosed with COPD 2 yrs ago, no one could have prepared me for what was about to happen
I was always a very energetic, high strung type of being All life long I was confusing my anxiety & cigarettes to COPD. They both leave you breathlesss, I hear how overwhelming the changes that COPD has brought to your life feel for you. There is no way to prepare for the way it takes over and changes your life. You are not alone struggling with feeing your energetic and outgoing personality have been dampened by the exhaustion and energy drain that come with COPD. I thought this article might resonate with you https://copd.net/living/life-changes How are you feeling today? Know we are here to listen when you need support or a place to vent. In this community, you are among those who understand and empathize. Wishing you a gentle day. ~Allyson (team member)
