Inogen Oxygen Education Blog

One of the most commonly expressed worries from people who have just been prescribed oxygen therapy is the concern that they will have to significantly change their lifestyle. Patients worry they will no longer be able to participate in their regular activities and social life. However, when you are able to use a portable oxygen […]

Emphysema is a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in which the air sacs (alveoli) of the lungs enlarge and eventually rupture. Once the air sacs are damaged, the lungs lose their elasticity and exhalation becomes difficult. As lung damage progresses, the effort it takes to breathe increases and breathing becomes labored.  Smoking is […]

Wondering why mouth breathing matters, how it affects you and how to stop mouth breathing? If you are a mouth breather, you probably have all of these questions and more. Read on to learn why being a mouth breather can have a surprising impact on your health. Nose Breathing vs. Mouth Breathing You might not […]

Breathlessness can be hard to explain. Whether it feels like you are having a hard time breathing, like you cannot get enough air or like you have an elephant sitting on your chest, feeling breathless or short of breath can be a frightening sensation. For people living with breathlessness in their daily lives, it can […]

You shouldn’t have to accept the feelings of breathlessness and exhaustion just because you may have a lung condition. Do YOU experience breathlessness on oxygen therapy? Read more below to see if you are experiencing breathlessness and don’t forget to read more about Inogen’s TAV (Tidal Assist Ventilator) and how it can help alleviate your […]

Bronchitis is a respiratory illness that causes inflammation of the tubes that carry air to the lungs—also known as the airways or bronchial tubes. When the airways become irritated, swollen and inflamed, less air is able to travel to and from the lungs and mucus begins to form in them. This generally causes an irritating […]

As you age, your individual needs can become clearer over time or change in ways you may not expect. This can be both surprising and unnerving as you learn to adjust your life. Understanding the challenges of aging, and the way our needs may change with time, is key to maintaining the best quality of […]

Increased shortness of breath – wheezing – cough. Yikes! We know that there are foods that are good for your lungs, but are there really foods that can cause your respiratory symptoms to worsen? Scientists say that, at least for some people, there are. Read on to discover the foods that cause shortness of breath […]

Beginning oxygen therapy can be a bit intimidating before you know how to incorporate your oxygen treatments into your daily life. However, it is possible to work oxygen therapy into your daily activities, particularly if you use a portable oxygen concentrator. Here are some ways in which oxygen therapy can actually improve your ability to […]

If you are living with chronic lung disease, you probably want to learn everything you can about treating your symptoms. Chronic lung disease has no cure, so it is important to learn how to manage your disease to slow the progression of your symptoms. Shortness of breath and other breathing difficulties can get in the […]

One of the most frequently asked questions about lung disease is also one of the most baffling: Why do people with COPD experience shortness of breath despite a normal oxygen level reading? What is normal oxygen saturation? In most cases, we see low oxygen saturation and high heart rate in COPD patients, so why would […]

In the United States alone, more than 480,000 people lose their lives to tobacco-related deaths every year.[1] Worldwide, that number increases to 7 million.[2] If you are a lifelong smoker, the chances of dying from an illness caused by smoking are significantly increased.[1] While many of us have heard the term “smoker’s lung,” have seen […]