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COPD Side effects

Posted by grayner @grayner, Mar 4, 2024

I was recently released from the hospital following an acute exacerbation of my COPD and am finding that I am getting like "Hot flashes" at times. I have been through menopause and my temperature is normal. I was just wondering if anyone else has experienced this. I have been told that it could be another buildup of CO2.
Doing everything, I can prevent going into hospital again. Suggestions?

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rdhu | @rdhu | Apr 4 8:57am
In reply to @grayner "I just read an article about CO2 retention and apparently the internal heat is called "Flushes"..." + (show)
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I just read an article about CO2 retention and apparently the internal heat is called "Flushes" and it is caused by more co2 in the blood stream than o2. I am going to start nebulizing and getting more o2 into my lungs and hopefully help this situation. It is really uncomfortable, and I need the A/C on at all times! I'll post if I find out anything else.

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@grayner thanks for the info i get the hot feelings all the time driving me crazy

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gemineye55 | @gemineye55 | Apr 15 7:23pm
In reply to @grayner "It almost feels like a trigger, but I get warm all over and at first think..." + (show)
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It almost feels like a trigger, but I get warm all over and at first think I am running a fever. Not so! I am relieved to hear from others that have experienced the same thing. Now it's time on work on the solution. Any ideas out there?

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@grayner I have occasional hot flashes at night where I have to take off all of my covers and wait until I cool down. I’m not sure if it’s related to any medication I’m taking but it is nice to realize that I’m not alone!

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caseymydog1226 | @caseymydog1226 | 6 days ago
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Thank you for responding! I am on oxygen and the inhalers. I guess it is a matter of acceptance. I did smoke for a long time and have no one to blame but myself! I do the best I can with a positive attitude!

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@grayner
Exactly my attitude also. There is no turning back so having that attitude is a great help for sure.
The first thing I learned which is essential as I am betting you have also. Never panic never become anxious. When you do you are your own worst enemy. Do you agree? My thoughts anyway

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crystalena | @crystalena | 6 days ago
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@grayner I have occasional hot flashes at night where I have to take off all of my covers and wait until I cool down. I’m not sure if it’s related to any medication I’m taking but it is nice to realize that I’m not alone!

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@gemineye55 I was told that hot flashes happen when the blood has too much c02. When I have hot flashes I do a series of deep breathing , pursed lip- slow exhale. I actually did this last night. Blessings, Crystalena

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gemineye55 | @gemineye55 | 5 days ago
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@gemineye55 I was told that hot flashes happen when the blood has too much c02. When I have hot flashes I do a series of deep breathing , pursed lip- slow exhale. I actually did this last night. Blessings, Crystalena

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@crystalena I will try that the next time I have a hot flash. Thanks for the suggestion! Cheers, Jim

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gemineye55 | @gemineye55 | 4 hours ago

I get these occasional hot flashes too mostly later in the night while sleeping. Too bad there isn’t an easier way to monitor CO2.

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