Pulmonary fibrosis is a rare, but serious chronic lung condition that involves scarring between and on the walls of the alveoli in the lungs. As the scarring becomes more severe, the lungs become stiff rather than elastic, and they are no longer able to expand and contract as necessary. This makes it difficult for oxygen […]
View ArticleOxygen therapy is the basic method of treatment for people with severe COPD, either during a COPD exacerbation or when the disease is stable and blood oxygen levels are low. The goal of oxygen therapy is to maintain your blood oxygen at a level that meets your body’s demand for oxygen, usually above 89%.1 While a higher oxygen saturation is […]
View ArticleFreedom to travel and enjoy the outdoors is one of the benefits of portable oxygen concentrators. This year, we’ve already heard from quite a few people that have taken warm-weather vacations with their Inogen One portable oxygen concentrators. With summer just around the corner, we’re pleased to present your Summer 2019 Travel Guide using Inogen […]
View ArticleChest congestion – that annoying tightness you feel in your chest, under and around your breast bone. It’s a common symptom of many respiratory ailments, but when could it be a sign of something more serious? Let’s take a look… What is Chest Congestion? If we asked 10 different people to define chest congestion, we’d […]
View ArticleA COPD diagnosis can leave you overwhelmed, but asking the right questions can help. Keep in mind that COPD has a variety of stages and treatments, so it is important to stay informed. Make sure you fully understand what you should do to help maintain your health and keep your COPD from progressing. Here are […]
View ArticleWhen you have lung disease, a chronic breathing condition or another pulmonary disease, you can expect to cough frequently, often coughing up mucus as you clear your airways. However, if you cough up bloody mucus, it can be quite unnerving, so it is good to know when you should be concerned and seek medical help. […]
View ArticleMarch is National Kidney Month, which makes it a great time to review how your kidneys work and how they are affected by COPD. When you think about chronic lung diseases like COPD, the kidneys are probably not the first organs that come to mind. However, many people with COPD experience kidney problems. So, how […]
View ArticleMarch 10 through March 16 is National Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week. It is an excellent time to learn more about how pulmonary rehabilitation can help treat your COPD or chronic respiratory disease symptoms. Let’s explore what pulmonary rehabilitation is and how it can improve the lives of those with COPD, lung disease or other chronic breathing […]
View ArticleAir quality has a profound effect on the health of our lungs and our ability to breathe comfortably. For people with chronic lung conditions like COPD, air pollution causes more than slight discomfort and inconvenience. In fact, for someone with COPD, the effects of air pollution can actually cause a significant health risk. If you […]
View ArticlePreparing for any medical test can be nerve-wracking if you do not know what to expect. As such, it is a good idea to educate yourself about the test, as well as how to prepare for it, so you are ready when the time comes. Here is what you need to know about pulmonary function […]
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