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home oxygen therapy
Eventually, many people with COPD will need supplemental oxygen. In fact, home
oxygen therapy can improve survival rates in people who have low blood oxygen
levels. There are various forms and levels of oxygen therapy, and your healthcare
professional can decide what is best for you and your lifestyle.
Oxygen therapy can actually improve quality of life for some people with COPD
because it may help make physical activity more comfortable and enjoyable. This
treatment can also lessen sleeplessness, headaches, irritability, and the overproduction
of red blood cells.
Depending on the severity of someone’s COPD, a healthcare professional may
recommend continuous oxygen treatment or occasional oxygen treatment. Patients who require continuous
oxygen therapy inhale supplemental oxygen around the clock. This can
improve alertness, motor speed, and hand strength in people who have advanced
emphysema. Patients who require occasional oxygen treatment use supplemental oxygen during
certain activities or just at night.
There are various oxygen sources available for home use, as
well as different portable oxygen sources. They vary in size, portability, function,
and price. Your healthcare professional can help you decide which type of oxygen
system works best for you.
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