COPD is a chronic respiratory disease that often causes symptoms such as wheezing and dyspnea, which seriously affects the quality of life of patients. It is very important for COPD patients to relieve their breathlessness, and to do this, there are only three things to remember.
First of all, people with COPD should try to prevent colds. Infections, whether viral or bacterial, can trigger an acute exacerbation of COPD, leading to a further decline in lung function. Therefore, patients need to replenish lung qi, store righteous qi in the body, and the blood should not be dry, so as to prevent the occurrence of colds.
Secondly, patients need to pay attention to a high-protein diet. Due to the long course of COPD, it is easy to reverse, and the patient's body is often in a hypermetabolic state, with an accelerated respiratory rate and a large amount of calories consumed. Therefore, patients need to supplement with a high-protein diet, but in moderation, to avoid excessive supplementation that can lead to obesity. Obesity can worsen wheezing.
Finally, patients should stick to aerobic exercise. Many COPD patients are afraid of wheezing, so they stay at home all day and don't go out. This is not right. Proper aerobic exercise can help patients improve their respiratory function and resistance to disease. Going to parks, forests, etc. is a great way to exercise.
In conclusion, it is not difficult for COPD patients to relieve dyspnea, as long as you remember the above three points. At the same time, patients also need to cooperate with the doctor's plan and actively carry out and manage the disease to better control the condition and improve the quality of life.