Your Lungs and the Cardiovascular System...This and other valves of the heart are essential because they prevent blood from backing up. ... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
oxygen 2/47 meds inhalers...it drops to 76 Iam on 9 liter know I sit down for a 30 seconds and it come back up to the 90's does't anyone have this problem and...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesBreathing
Update to COPD Guidelines May Benefit You...(such as Zephyr Valves).... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Low dose ct lung cancer screening...In 2020 I had 4 zephyr valves placed in left lung. My last ct scan was 2022....Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesAwarenessEmphysemaTreatment
Feeling Overwhelmed With Doctor Appointments...Pre-COVID, I was testing for the Zephyr Valves.... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
Hemoptysis, Bronchitis and endobronchial valves...I have one valve in my lung that cleared a pneumothorax last Fall. Docs say it served its purpose so it should be removed....Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesChronic BronchitisDiagnosisFlares
Tip to avoid panic about valves damage...I also picked up a few extra bottle carriers, more bottles and more valves....Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Keep Reading...I was glad I did because he called me before my appointment and told me I could not be a candidate for the endobronchial valves used in the procedure... By KevinDavitt4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Does anyone here have experience with endobronchial valves?...Per the pulmonx.com website, "Endobronchial Valve is an endoscopic lung volume reduction therapy that has been proven to significantly improve lung function...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 replies
What Is Pulmonary Hypertension? ...It can also show if you have any heart abnormalities that may contribute to your symptoms, such as damaged heart valves.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
knowing when its time to let go and let hospice manage you...I had 5 valves placed in my left lung and was able to breath without oxygen at all.I thought is was a miracle and so gratefull for such a...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesHospice & Palliative CareEmphysemaEnd Stage
What next?...I was found to have severe pulmonary hypertension so, after evaluation, I was rejected for Zephyr valves and told I needed a transplant....Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesFlares SymptomsEmphysema
What next?...I was found to have severe pulmonary hypertension so, after evaluation, I was rejected for Zephyr valves and told I needed a transplant....Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesEmphysemaBreathingFlares
Spacers and Techniques for Using Them...Another type of spacer is the valved holding chamber (VHC).... By Leon Lebowitz, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
What Is Polycythemia? ...Your hemoglobin level varies based on various factors, such as your sex.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Tests and Diagnosis Part 2...Normal heart rate varies from person to person and knowing yours can be important.... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits with COPD...If your FEV1 value is equal to or less than the value in the chart based on your height, you will automatically qualify.... By Mariah Z. Leach3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Take the Person Before Patient Survey...What values are most important to you? How would you describe your personality?... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Remembering Mary Ultes...Her sense of humor, perseverance, and unique perspective brought so much value to so many people.... By SusanHU2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Derek Cummings...I live in the Rhondda Valley just north of the city of Cardiff in South Wales, UK, and write a regular blog about my journey with lung illness... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later