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My father has COPD. How can we make it comfortable for him at home?

My father has been diagnosed with COPD and is currently in the hospital. We are planning to bring him home on a CPAP machine. What else can we do to make him comfortable at home?...
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What kind of treatments are currently recommended for cystic fibrosis?

What are the drugs recommended for cystic fibrosis? Is it a definitive treatment? My nephew was diagnosed with it and I'm curious about what his family will expect.
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Is combination therapy recommended for COPD?

Is combination drug therapy recommended for COPD? What are the benefits of such a line of treatment?
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Is respiratory therapy recommended for a 3-year-old?

My daughter is now 3 years old and is suffering from asthma along with chest congestion from time to time. Can she undergo respiratory therapy considering her age?
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My daughter is suffering from COPD. Is it a lifelong disease?

My daughter has just been diagnosed with COPD from smoking, due to which she often has breathing trouble. She is quitting smoking, but is COPD a lifelong condition?
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If I don’t smoke, can I still get tuberculosis?

If tuberculosis is a lung disease, am I at less of a risk if I don't smoke? How does that work?
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Does a respiratory therapist also recommend medicines?

How does respiratory therapy work in treating pulmonary disorders? Do therapists usually prescribe medications?
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When can I start respiratory therapy for my COPD?

I am a COPD patient and I just got discharged from the hospital. I have a CPAP machine at home but I also want to have respiratory therapy. When should I start?
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Are there any natural medicines to treat asthma?

What natural lifestyle changes would you recommend to fight asthma, in addition to my regular medications? Are there any breathing exercises or something I can do to strengthen...
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Is consistently heavy breathing a sign of a lung problem?

Everyone tells me that I breathe heavily all the time. It's exaggerated when I exercise but it feels normal to me. Should I get this checked out just in case?
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My daughter has asthma. What exercises would you recommend for her?

My daughter is 9 years old and has had asthma since she was just 3 years old. Can you suggest some exercises that will help in managing her condition better?
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My son was premature and often wheezes. Can a respiratory therapist help us?

My son is 2 years old and was a premature baby. Every time he has a cold or cough he ends up wheezing badly. Can a respiratory therapist help in developing his lungs better?...
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Pneumonia

How long can a 90 year old female expect to live with untreated pneumonia?
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When does a cough become serious?

My brother's daughter has been diagnosed with bronchopneumonia after a having a cold and a cough. My son keeps getting cough frequently. When does it get worrisome?
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I have been a chain smoker for 20 years and I have recently quit. How can I prevent lung diseases?

I am 34 years old and I was a chain smoker for 14 years and I had recently quit. While I understand there is damage done already, how can I prevent my lungs from deteriorating...
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My son had a severe pneumonia when he was 2 years old. How often should I get his lungs screened?

My son was 2 years old when he had a severe bout of pneumonia. His lungs were quite weakened by the virus. How often should I get a screening done for his lungs to ensure everything...
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My son had pneumonia a few weeks. Can I put him on homeopathic treatment to have his lungs to recover faster?

My son was suffering from pneumonia a few weeks back, and I still feel like he's breathing heavily. Will homeopathic treatments help his lungs to recover faster from this infection?...
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My son has a lung disease. How will this condition impact him?

My son is 3 years old and has been diagnosed with lung disease. How will this condition impact him? Does it have the potential to affect his future?
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Do asthalin inhalers cause addiction?

My mother is an asthma patient and has been using asthalin inhalers for a long time. I feel she is getting dependent on it. Does an asthma patient really rely on it so much or...
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My son is 3 years old and has a lot of wheezing. Will a respiratory therapist be able to help him?

My son is 3 years old and with every cough and cold, he sounds like he's wheezing when he breathes. Can a respiratory therapist assist him with his issue?
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