How to Treat and Manage Emphysema
Disease description:
Because I have emphysema, I need proper treatment and care. I would like to know, how is emphysema treated and managed?
The treatment and care methods for emphysema are as follows:
1. Treatment:
Use antibiotics (such as penicillin, amoxicillin, etc.) and bronchodilators (such as salbutamol, terbutaline, etc.) to control infection and relieve bronchospasm. For patients who smoke, smoking cessation is an important intervention that can effectively slow disease progression. Actively supplement nutrition to enhance immunity and resistance. In specific cases, such as severe impairment of lung function, surgical lung volume reduction or lung transplantation may be considered.
2. Care:
Consume protein-rich foods such as beef, milk, and lean meat, as well as fresh vegetables and fruits, to enhance resistance. Avoid getting chilled, and adjust clothing according to weather changes to prevent colds from worsening the condition. Stay away from polluted environments and reduce inhalation of harmful gases or particles.