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Sudden Onset Severe COPD Inflammation only, no physical lung damage
COPD: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | Last Active: Jul 31, 2025 | Replies (20)Comment receiving replies
Thank you. When you refer to body exercises, am I correct in assuming that you mean general exercise- cardio, strength, flexibility? Breathing exercises meaning diaphramatic breathing?
In terms of staying out of trouble, I understand the risk of crowded places and of course, smoking and smokers around me. What I don't have resolved in my mind is the question of Is there a balance in terms of me engaging with the world outside my home. The thought of living in a bubble and not being able to go to certain cultural and community events, for example, is not a pretty one. I have 2 other chronic progressive medical conditions and,my world was already getting smaller before the COPD hit. This is a devastating blow.
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Absolutely there is a world outside of home… you just have to be willing to tackle it on your terms. I need to know if you are on oxygen 24 /7. .. if you are not, you are in better shape than you think. I am not sure of your physical condition, but there is plenty out there to help you enjoy life outside of your house…. don’t get discouraged… My husband told me four years ago that he wouldn’t make it to the end of the year… Knowledge is power.
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I feel your pain. The good news is that you don't need to be a monk or street-shy; just avoid crowded places with a lot of smoke. On the contrary, being outside your safety bubble is recommended, but don't overdo it - open-air concerts and eating, etc, are fine, smoke-laden rooms or packed halls are not at all: smoke kills and there are too many viruses around. Remember you are prone to infections, and each infection takes you down a notch. Being outside your safety bubble is even recommended for your mental health, but with care. Breathing exercises mean both diaphragm breathing (a lot of them are on YouTube) and general fitness - but there, the bar could be quite low, depending on your overall fitness and age. I would recommend Yoga for well-being and stretching. Also, don't allow any weight growth. Big belly pushes your diaphragm up the lungs, decreasing their already diminished capacity. Good luck