Treatment Of Breathing Disorders
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A respiratory therapist is a medical professional who cares for people who have trouble breathing normally, usually because of a chronic condition such as asthma or emphysema. Respiratory therapists are usually licensed by their state (except in Alaska). They may be certified by an organization like the National Board for Respiratory Care, but it is not always required. They hold at least an associate's degree, although many have attained a bachelor's degree.
In addition to studying biology, human anatomy and physiology, physics, chemistry and other sciences, respiratory therapists are trained in therapeutic and diagnostic procedures and tests, equipment, patient assessment and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
Respiratory therapists may work in hospitals, nursing care facilities or travel to people's homes. They spend their time diagnosing lung and breathing disorders and recommending treatment methods, doing chest physical exams to determine what kind of therapy is best for someone's condition and consulting with physicians to recommend a change in therapy, if needed. Respiratory therapists may also analyze breath, tissue and blood specimens to determine levels of oxygen and other gases. They can manage ventilators and artificial airway devices for patients who can’t breathe normally on their own. Sometimes they need to respond to urgent calls and provide emergency care.
An important part of a respiratory therapist's job is educating patients and families about lung disease so they can maximize their recovery.
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Breathing disorders encompass many disease, from asthma to influenza, to lung cancer. Options for conventional and alternative treatments will vary, depending on the kind of disorder. You should always consult your doctor and keep him or her informed about any alternative treatments. Some alternative treatments can interfere with conventional treatments.
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The medications for treating breathing disorders vary, depending on the cause of the breathing disorder. Asthma, an airway disorder, is treated using long- and short-term medications that relax the muscles that constrict the airways. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is damage to the lungs caused by smoking. Treatment options include medications that open the airways, reduce inflammation, and cure infection.
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The treatment options for breathing disorder vary depending on the cause of the breathing disorder. Asthma, an airway disorder, is treated using long- and short-term medications that relax the muscles that constrict the airways. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is damage to the lungs caused by smoking. Treatment options include smoking cessation and medications that open the airways, reduce inflammation, and cure infection. In some cases, surgery may be an option.
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Whether or not there is a cure for a breathing disorder varies depending on the cause. Asthma, an airway disorder, cannot be cured. You can treat it using medicines and changes in your lifestyle. Damage to the lung caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is irreparable, so it cannot be cured. Lung cancer can be cured if it is found early enough, but in many cases, treatment simply stops the spread.
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Not all breathing disorders are treated with an inhaler. An inhaler might be necessary for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or asthma. However, some breathing disorders like lung cancer cannot be treated with an inhaler. Lung cancer should be treated with radiation, chemotherapy, or surgery.
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Nasal strips should not be used by children five years of age or younger. Also, if you have a latex allergy, do not use strips that contain latex. Latex-free brands are available. You should also not use nasal strips to relieve breathing problems that are better treated by surgery or other methods. Such problems could include sleep apnea or a deviated septum.
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Nasal strips are adhesive bandages that you put on the outside of your nose, from one side of the bridge to the other, just above your nostrils. Nasal strips help to widen your nasal passages in order to improve air flow and help you breathe better. These strips may be used by people to improve breathing problems caused by congestion from cold or allergies, a deviated septum and snoring. Nasal strips are sold over-the-counter under a variety of names, including BreatheRight, Brez and NasalAid Nasal Strips.
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Nasal strips are devices used to improve air flow through your nasal passages. As such, there is little risk of nasal strips interacting with medications or food.
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Nasal strips are adhesive bandages that attach to the outside of your nose in order to open your nasal passages and improve air flow. They do not contain any medication or substance other than adhesive. These strips should not be used by children under five years of age. The strips are not intended to be alternatives to surgery for a deviated septum or as a treatment for sleep apnea. If you are using these strips in an effort to reduce or eliminate snoring, be aware that you may have to use them for up to a week before snoring is reduced. If you have a latex allergy, be certain the brand of nasal strips that you use is latex-free.
