COPD

 Have A Plan 

Your doctor may tell you what you can do when you have more symptoms. This is an action plan. Knowing when your symptoms are getting worse can help you and your doctor decide if treatment should begin in your home, at your health care provider's office or in the emergency room. A change or increase in the symptoms you usually have may be the only early warning sign. When your symptoms are getting worse, you may notice one or more of the following:

an increase or decrease in the amount of mucus 

an increase in the thickness or stickiness of mucus 

a change in mucus color to yellow or green or the presence of blood in the mucus an increase in the severity of shortness of breath, coughing and/or general wheezing 

a general feeling of ill health 

ankle swelling forgetfulness, confusion, or slurring of speech 

difficulty sleeping or sleepiness using more pillows or sleeping in a chair instead of a bed to avoid shortness of breath 

an unexplained increase or decrease in weight 

continued feeling of fatigue and lack of energy morning headaches, dizzy spells and restlessness 

Symptoms do not go away when they are ignored. So you need to talk to your Dr if the symptoms change.

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