Patient's question:
For a very long time, it has been constantly coughing because the weather has turned cool recently. A good friend thought they had a cold and took several days of cold medicine, but it never worked and they often experienced breathing difficulties again. The good friend went to a nearby hospital for a thorough check-up, and the doctor said they had mild emphysema and needed to pay attention to diet and physical conditioning.Hello, can someone with mild pulmonary hypertension do deep breathing exercises?
Doctor's answer:
Emphysema is a chronic disease that requires long-term treatment, and there is no method for self-healing. The severity of the condition depends on how much emphysema interferes with breathing. It is recommended to use low-flow oxygen, antibiotics, bronchodilators, and lung clearing during acute phases. In chronic phases, the focus should be on preventing respiratory infections, engaging in appropriate exercise, quitting smoking and alcohol, and eating more fresh fruits and vegetables. If there is chronic bronchitis or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, daily low-flow oxygen for several hours can still be beneficial for lung function, primarily through oxygen therapy.