Home Oxygen Delivery Devices...The remedy for these is nasal ear covers and humidity. These are mini humidification systems.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Does anyone have a flat diaphragm?...The humidity has been extra bad since we're near a lake. The Urgent Care physician gave me a shot of prednisone, and did take a chest x-ray....Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
Diagnosed 6 years ago......I just bought a room de-humidifier to see if that helps my breathing because here in Alabama, the humidity is horrible - I actually think it is helping... By fayemays1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Are You A Human Barometer?...Those temperature changes, as well as heat and humidity, can affect those of us with COPD more than a person without COPD or other lung illness.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
From Our Perspective...There indeed days when I can do work outside the house (a 4-5 LPS setting on the ol’ oxygen tank regulator– lol) if the air is free of humidity... By KevinDavitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Catch Your Breath...It happens regularly upon exertion or changing environmental pressures such as low barometer, rain, and humidity.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Do humidity and barometric pressure affect breathing ability significantly?...I have had much-reduced breathing ability during this cold, wet winter....Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
Ask the Advocates: Running Errands...Even then, sometimes, the summer humidity is so hard on the lungs.... By Editorial Team 8 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments47 comments
Remembering When...Humidity was never an issue, even though some days were uncomfortable.... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Where to live!...This is the first winter I’m having problems due to the humidity and barometric pressure pushing down. Never had problems like this before....Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesWeather
COPD Symptom Management in Cold Weather...The mix of cold weather and low humidity in the winter can make flare-ups worse and make it even harder to breathe.... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
If You Don't Like The Weather, It Will Always Change...Humidity can also make it difficult to breathe. Do wear a face mask when out and when needed, especially in the wind. That can be so very important.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Favorite Products for Dry Mouth with COPD...Of course excessive humidity can cause breathing problems, so find the balance.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
The Final Part of the Year...During the final part of the year, I daydream about those late spring days when the temperature, humidity, dander, and wind speed finally align.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Getting Ready For Fall!...The weather is much easier to manage with lower temperatures and humidity.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Stars Aligned...The morning brought little humidity, a soft wind, and a sunny day. ... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Travel Essentials...If you’re traveling from a generally dry climate to one with a lot of humidity it might throw your lungs for a loop.... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
COPD Triggers...High humidity also can be harmful. Try to avoid going outside in extreme temperatures.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Spring Has Sprung...Temps in the 60s and 70s and very little humidity. This wasn’t because of a calendar date, it’s because spring has finally sprung.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tracking The Movement of Your Numbers...Notice your altitude, the humidity around you, and particulate matter in your environment.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments54 comments