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Diagnosed emphysema 1 month ago.

I have been diagnosed with mild emphysema and
quit my job as it was working with carbon fiber dust
dust and chemicals. I also have RA so some symptoms
overlap. What types of exercise would be most beneficial for me? All help appreciated.

  1. Hi DrJohnson61 and welcome to our community. You have focused in on one of the best things you can do for yourself with COPD - exercise and staying active! I thought to get you started you might find it helpful to read this article on just that topic: https://copd.net/living-with-copd/pulmonary-rehab/exercising-with-copd/

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