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Symptoms of COPD
Over 16 million Americans who suffer from the effects of COPD are receiving respiratory care. COPD can raise your risk for heart disease, lung cancer, and other potentially life-threatening conditions if left untreated. Common symptoms of COPD may include:
- Shortness of breath
- Fatigue
- Chronic cough
- Wheezing
- Chest tightness
- Sudden weight loss
- Frequent lung infections
- Swelling in ankles
Risk Factors
Smoking tobacco is one of the most common causes of COPD. According to The American Lung Association, over 90 percent of COPD patients are smokers or former smokers. Other factors that can increase the risk for developing COPD include extended exposure to chemicals and pollution.
Types of COPD Treatment
Oxygen Therapy
Oxygen therapy is a common treatment option for COPD. Helping your body get the oxygen it needs to function is important to managing your illness. If your practitioner prescribes oxygen therapy for COPD, Lincare will provide 24/7 treatment support and oxygen equipment designed to fit your needs.
Non-Invasive Home Ventilator Therapy
Getting ventilator support at home can help reduce the risk of hospitalization by lowering your body's carbon dioxide levels. Lincare's non-invasive home ventilator program provides state-of-the-art ventilation equipment and clinical monitoring to ensure your therapy is effective.
How Lincare Can Help
Living with COPD can be challenging, but you're not in it alone. We are here for you, and providing state-of-the-art pulmonary treatment is part of our standard of care. Our respiratory therapy program may improve health-related quality of life while receiving the medical treatment you need.
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Additional Lincare Services
Nebulizer Therapy
Lincare offers electronic and portable mist-inhaler solutions to fit your routine and respiratory needs.
Enteral Therapy
Our comprehensively trained dieticians help feed those who can't consume the calories they need.
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