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Do People Have To Use A Rescue Inhaler Sometimes While Using Oxygen?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Ontario, Canada
September 17, 2023
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A MyCOPDTeam Member

I did for quite awhile after having pneumonia

September 18, 2023
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Yes I have used it while being on oxygen though I don't have to use it much

September 20, 2023
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Sure. Using 02 ensures that your body gets the 02 it needs to make everything work the way it's supposed to. It doesn't do anything to "fix" your lungs, so you still need to take all medications and inhalers prescribed, including your rescue inhaler when you need it.

September 18, 2023
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Yes I am on oxygen and have used the inhaler

September 18, 2023
A MyCOPDTeam Member

YES!!!!!

September 25, 2023

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