If you are suffering from respiratory problems and require an oxygen concentrator, Oxygen Always wants to make sure that you know everything about your condition.
Breathing impairment may be caused by a few conditions; however, the majority of people who need to use an oxygen concentrator, suffer from a form of bronchitis.
First off, bronchitis is a respiratory disease. Bronchitis affects breathing because it irritates the mucus membrane in your lungs. In other words, bronchitis narrows your airways. The main cause of bronchitis is smoking; however, it can be caused by a heavily polluted atmosphere. If you do suffer from bronchitis and your breathing is assisted with an oxygen concentrator, it is important that you refrain from smoking.
What many are not aware of, is the fact that there are two forms of bronchitis: acute and chronic.
Acute bronchitis is the most common form and tends to last a few weeks. This form of bronchitis is closely related with the cold and flu seasons. It begins with a viral infection and ends with a hacking cough and phlegm, which are symptoms that many people are familiar with.
On the other hand, you may suffer from a more severe form of bronchitis known as chronic bronchitis. Chronic bronchitis may last a few months to a few years. The severity of this form of bronchitis, demands medical treatment and is more difficult to recover from for those with preexisting respiratory conditions. In many cases, people with chronic bronchitis end up suffering from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
If you suffer from either acute bronchitis or chronic bronchitis, Oxygen Always advises that you seek immediate medical attention, in order to prevent any further lung damage or disease development.
Oxygen Always of South Florida is here to assist you with any oxygen concentrator needs. If you have questions about your health and how oxygen concentrators can assist your breathing, while allowing you to lead a regular life, call Oxygen Always today!
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