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...Also, the fatigue and changes in oxygen needs may keep them from making the effort to get out of the house....

...Sometimes I over-check my sats just to make sure I’m not too low on oxygen when my chest feels heavy and I’m more tired than I usual....

...My lung function is about 20% and luckily I still do not require oxygen. ...

...I carried my oximeter and stopped often to check my O2 as I am on full time oxygen therapy....

...Mom learned to slow down and notice how and when she swallowed, especially after she went on oxygen full time....

...They need to make sure they have enough medication, oxygen, and other supplies to meet their needs....

...This is a great option if you are on oxygen because it is available at their center. If you are comfortable with a gym, that is also an option....

...There was no more room in my lungs and no more oxygen for my heart. As my symptoms increased, I developed a high tolerance for the side effects....

...The cold air takes my breath away and makes things 10x harder to do anything, especially lugging my oxygen around....

...And, aside from carrying my oxygen in when we arrive at my cousin’s house and out later on as we leave… I never think about my COPD....

...The reason that this can happen is that when we have that lack of oxygen or shortness of breath, along with coughing, which can increase abdominal pressure...

...If you are on oxygen, note if you have to increase or decrease your liter flow at any time (depending on what your doctor recommends off course.)...

...Treatment which includes medications, oxygen and lifestyle changes can dramatically improve your quality of life....

...If you use oxygen, tuck your tubing inside your coat to help warm it....

...If you wear oxygen, check your tank or concentrator status frequently so that you don’t run out while you’re working....

...But the last thing I wanted to do after a long, oxygen-draining day was stand at a crowded bar and imbibe....

...It is keeping a spare oxygen tank always available for those moments that the unknown happens, or keeping the gas tank always above half just in case you...

...So, I’ll strap on my backpack with my “D” oxygen tank tucked inside, cannula safely ensconced in my nose, and make an attempt to assist....