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@alleycatkate I hope this isn’t a silly question, when you talked about your deep belly breathing, I’m assuming this is done separate from using the nebulizer? Is this a technique I can google? Thank you!
Glenda Moseley
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@glendamoseley1 Hi Glenda...there are a lot of instructions for belly breathing or diaphragmatic breathing on the internet. Here is just one of them. I do it while nebulizing my saline to try to get it deep into my lungs. Also I hold it in for maybe a count of 5 or more....it might make you a little lightheaded so don't overdo. I worked up to doing more belly breaths over a period of time. Don't force it. Hope it helps and I would love to hear from you if it does. It is also a great overall excercise for your lungs. Kate
https://www.verywellhealth.com/how-to-breathe-with-your-belly-89853#.
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Hi Glenda - I can chime in here - deep belly breathing is also known as "diaphragmatic breathing" - it is helpful for many things - increasing oxygen levels (helpful for those of us with lung issues), stress reduction, improved concentration...
Here is a description I found: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/decrease-stress-by-using-your-breath/art-20267197
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