{"id":4742,"date":"2018-12-14T15:34:25","date_gmt":"2018-12-14T05:34:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/?post_type=resource&#038;p=4742"},"modified":"2022-03-29T08:20:02","modified_gmt":"2022-03-28T22:20:02","slug":"the-benefits-of-hand-held-fans","status":"publish","type":"resource","link":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/resources\/the-benefits-of-hand-held-fans\/","title":{"rendered":"The benefits of hand held fans"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Shortness of breath is one of the most common challenges for people living with a lung disease. It can be frightening and distressing when you feel like you cannot get enough air into your lungs. Many people find using a battery-operated fan can help control breathlessness, and research has shown that a cool draft of air from a hand-held fan can be very effective. Click here to learn more about hand-held fans from Clinical Nurse Consultant, Mary Roberts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to use a hand held fan\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KAXjR9XXMvg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For further information contact <a href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/patients-carers\/support-services\/support\/\">Lung Foundation Australia<\/a> on <a href=\"tel:1800 654 301\">1800 654 301<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to buy a hand held fan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lung Foundation Australia sells hand held fans via our online shop. 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It can be frightening and distressing when you feel like you can\u2019t get enough air into your lungs.<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Many people find using a battery operated fan can help control breathlessness, and research has shown that a cool draft of air from a<a href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/resources\/the-benefits-of-hand-held-fans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> hand-held fan<\/a> can be very effective. Hand-held fans are a great option because they are cheap, quiet and easily portable. A free-standing fan, a desktop fan or the breeze through an open door or window may also help.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>How to use a hand-held fan<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list {\"ordered\":true} -->\n<ol><li>Follow the three steps below and you should start to feel a benefit in a few minutes:<\/li><li>Hold the fan about 15 cms from your face so you can feel the air on your top lip.<\/li><li>Slowly move the fan from side to side so that the breeze covers the bottom half of your face.<\/li><\/ol>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Remember to use your controlled breathing techniques and try and relax your shoulders. To find out more about controlled breathing techniques talk to your health professional.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>How often should I use a hand-held fan?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You can use your fan as often and for as long as you like. Keep it handy when at home and also take it with you when you go out. You may find it helpful to use your fan if you stop for a \u2018breather\u2019 after doing an activity that makes you breathless, such as walking, climbing stairs or for sudden breathlessness when you are still.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Not all fans are the same - some are hard to turn on and others make a lot of noise but don\u2019t blow air very well. You can purchase a tested hand-held fan via our online shop below.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:cover {\"customOverlayColor\":\"#ffffff\",\"minHeight\":429,\"minHeightUnit\":\"px\",\"contentPosition\":\"center center\",\"align\":\"full\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;min-height:429px\"><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container\"><!-- wp:media-text {\"mediaId\":1778,\"mediaLink\":\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/patients-carers\/living-with-a-lung-disease\/copd\/stages\/fan-resize\/\",\"mediaType\":\"image\",\"mediaWidth\":56,\"verticalAlignment\":\"center\",\"imageFill\":true} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center is-image-fill\" style=\"grid-template-columns:56% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Fan-Resize.png);background-position:50% 50%\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Fan-Resize.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1778 size-full\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><!-- wp:heading {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"32px\"},\"color\":{\"text\":\"#000000\"}}} -->\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#000000;font-size:32px\"><strong>Where to purchase a hand-held fan<\/strong><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"17px\"},\"color\":{\"text\":\"#000000\"}}} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#000000;font-size:17px\">Lung Foundation Australia has tested hand-held fans available via our online shop. Funds raised from the sale of hand-held fans help support our services and programs. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:buttons -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\"><!-- wp:button {\"className\":\"is-style-fill\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.lungfoundation.com.au\/product\/hand-held-fan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Buy a hand-held fan<\/a><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:button --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:buttons --><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:media-text -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:cover -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->","post_title":"Benefits of hand-held fans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"benefits-of-hand-held-fans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-10-26 10:01:45","post_modified_gmt":"2021-10-26 00:01:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/?post_type=article&#038;p=1934","menu_order":0,"post_type":"article","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1957,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2018-02-05 12:58:37","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-05 02:58:37","post_content":"<strong>By Claire Mulvihill, Lung Cancer Support Nurse, Lung Foundation Australia<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThere are a number of symptoms and side effects which you may experience when living with lung cancer and other lung diseases in addition to various treatments. Lung cancer and its treatment can affect people in different ways depending on the type, location and size of your lung cancer. You may have general symptoms and not feel well, or have very specific symptoms relating to your lungs or other parts of the body that have been affected by the cancer. Whilst there are a number of side effects which you may experience, in this edition we feature breathlessness and some tips to managing this. We will highlight other common symptoms in such as weight loss and fatigue in future editions.\r\n\r\nShortness of breath is the most common challenge people living with lung cancer and other lung diseases have. It can be uncomfortable and scary and you may feel like you can\u2019t get enough air into your lungs. The common causes of breathlessness include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Infection such as a cold, flu or pneumonia<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Airway obstruction<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Anxiety or stress often causing more rapid breathing<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Fatigue<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Low red blood cells (anaemia)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Lung cancer treatments.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nMake sure you communicate with your health professional when you start to have difficulty breathing so they can determine the cause quickly and efficiently and provide the best management options.\r\n<h4>Tips to manage breathlessness<\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>If you currently smoke, quitting will allow better air exchange in your lungs and relieve shortness of breath<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Avoid environments with second hand smoke<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Keep hydrated to assist in keeping any mucus thin and to make coughing easier<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Ask about breathing techniques such as pursed lip breathing or diaphragmatic breathing<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rest by sitting down or leaning against a wall<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Identify triggers of anxiety which may make breathlessness worse<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Sleep upright to help increase the air flow<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Utilise relaxation techniques<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Ensure your rooms are well ventilated or use an electric or handheld fan<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Supplemental oxygen may need to be considered in the course of your illness.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>It\u2019s important to discuss these tips with your health professional to determine which are suitable for your needs.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Breathlessness","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"breathlessness","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-11-18 22:17:59","post_modified_gmt":"2020-11-18 12:17:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/?post_type=article&#038;p=1957","menu_order":0,"post_type":"article","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11599,"post_author":"85","post_date":"2020-11-18 17:23:46","post_date_gmt":"2020-11-18 07:23:46","post_content":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Breathlessness is one of the most common symptoms experienced by people living with a chronic or rare lung disease or lung cancer. It can be very uncomfortable, frightening and fatiguing. You may find some days better than others. Practicing breathing exercises and relaxation techniques can help you feel confident on days that are more challenging. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\u201cRecognising when you need to slow down and allowing yourself more time to get your tasks done is important. Breathlessness can be overwhelming \u2013 it\u2019s normal to feel panicked, which amplifies the feelings of breathlessness. Recognising this is important so you can concentrate on relaxing your muscles and slowing your breathing,\u201d Lung Foundation Australia Respiratory Care Nurse, Amanda said.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\u201cWhen you feel worried, anxious or uptight, you use a greater amount of energy which can leave you feeling fatigued. Stress may also change your breathing patterns causing shallow breathing from the chest. You might find you breathe with your upper chest and use extra muscles around your chest and shoulders, leading to tension. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\"When you\u2019re experiencing breathlessness, focus on your breath. Breathe in slowly through your nose, deep into your diaphragm, and try using pursed lips as you breathe out. Breathing out should take longer than breathing in. Concentrate on relaxing your shoulders as you breathe out.\u201d<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Through a program like pulmonary rehabilitation, a respiratory physiotherapist can build on these simple techniques to help you slow your breathing and restore your energy.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\u201cYour feelings of breathlessness may increase with different levels of activity, so it\u2019s important to learn how to adapt and control your breathing, depending on the circumstances. For people who don\u2019t have access to a pulmonary rehabilitation program, or those living in COVID-19 hotspots or in self-isolation, we developed the online Maintaining Movement video series. The at-home exercise series is designed specifically for people living with lung disease, delivered by our qualified exercise physiologist and can be accessed via our website,\u201d Amanda said.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br>\u201cIf prescribed, using your reliever and maintenance medications can assist in managing symptoms of breathlessness. It is important that you understand the role of each of your medications and your medications are used correctly as prescribed to ensure their effectiveness.\u201d<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Research has also shown that the cool draft of air from a hand-held fan may help control breathlessness. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\u201cThese are a great option because they are cheap and easily portable. A freestanding or desktop fan, or the breeze through an open door or window, may also help. Some people find that a cool washer or a mist of water on the face has the same effect,\u201d Amanda said.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For more information about breathlessness, pulmonary rehabilitation, or to purchase a hand-held fan, free call 1800 654 301 or <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.lungfoundation.com.au\/product\/hand-held-fan\/\">click here. <\/a><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4,\"style\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"#bc4030\"}}} -->\n<h4 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#bc4030\">Tips to check your inhaler device technique<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To help you manage symptoms such as breathlessness, your doctor may prescribe you medications that require you to use an inhaler device. Whether you\u2019re new to using an inhaler device or have been taking your medications for a long time, it\u2019s important to ensure you\u2019re using them correctly. If you\u2019re not, you may not be getting the most out of your medications. Here are our tops tips for checking your technique.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"#bc4030\"}}} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#bc4030\"><strong>Know your device<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There are different types of inhalers and each may require a slightly different technique. If you are prescribed a new inhaler device, or your medications are changed, ask your doctor to show you how to use it correctly and help you to practice getting the technique right. Discuss with them when you should book a review visit if you've started a new treatment or your current treatment has changed.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"#bc4030\"}}} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#bc4030\"><strong>Avoid skipping steps<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you\u2019ve been using an inhaler device for a long period of time it\u2019s easy to start taking short cuts or develop bad habits. Take your devices to your next appointment and ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist for a refresher. Your inhaler will only be effective if you use it correctly. Ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist to show you how to use each type of inhaler you have and make sure they review your technique at least every year. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"#bc4030\"}}} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#bc4030\"><strong>Watch our technique videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Lung Foundation Australia has a suite of inhaler device technique videos that demonstrate the correct technique for each device. We also have a range of other free resources and information available to support you with the management of your condition.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:media-text {\"mediaId\":11125,\"mediaLink\":\"https:\\\/\\\/lungfoundation.com.au\\\/patients-carers\\\/support-services\\\/support\\\/amanda_head-shot\\\/\",\"mediaType\":\"image\",\"mediaWidth\":48,\"style\":{\"color\":{\"background\":\"#bc4030\"}}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile has-background\" style=\"background-color:#bc4030;grid-template-columns:48% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Amanda_head-shot-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11125\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><!-- wp:paragraph {\"textColor\":\"white\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">Our highly experienced Respiratory Care Nurse, Amanda, offers a free telephone-based service for people living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or bronchiectasis. Through three telephone appointments, Amanda provides evidence-based information and support on all aspects of your condition and can connect you with information and self-management support to help you live well with your lung condition. To arrange a free telephone appointment, contact free call 1800 654 301.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:media-text -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->","post_title":"Managing breathlessness","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"managing-breathlessness","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-11-18 17:33:56","post_modified_gmt":"2020-11-18 07:33:56","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/?post_type=article&#038;p=11599","menu_order":0,"post_type":"article","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}]}],"full_width_components":{"full_width_page_components":[{"acf_fc_layout":"featured_posts_static","heading":"Find more resources","view_more_link":"","posts":[{"ID":1934,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2018-04-24 12:37:52","post_date_gmt":"2018-04-24 02:37:52","post_content":"<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2>Shortness of breath is one of the most common challenges for people living with a lung disease. It can be frightening and distressing when you feel like you can\u2019t get enough air into your lungs.<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Many people find using a battery operated fan can help control breathlessness, and research has shown that a cool draft of air from a<a href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/resources\/the-benefits-of-hand-held-fans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> hand-held fan<\/a> can be very effective. Hand-held fans are a great option because they are cheap, quiet and easily portable. A free-standing fan, a desktop fan or the breeze through an open door or window may also help.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>How to use a hand-held fan<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list {\"ordered\":true} -->\n<ol><li>Follow the three steps below and you should start to feel a benefit in a few minutes:<\/li><li>Hold the fan about 15 cms from your face so you can feel the air on your top lip.<\/li><li>Slowly move the fan from side to side so that the breeze covers the bottom half of your face.<\/li><\/ol>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Remember to use your controlled breathing techniques and try and relax your shoulders. To find out more about controlled breathing techniques talk to your health professional.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>How often should I use a hand-held fan?<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You can use your fan as often and for as long as you like. Keep it handy when at home and also take it with you when you go out. You may find it helpful to use your fan if you stop for a \u2018breather\u2019 after doing an activity that makes you breathless, such as walking, climbing stairs or for sudden breathlessness when you are still.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Not all fans are the same - some are hard to turn on and others make a lot of noise but don\u2019t blow air very well. You can purchase a tested hand-held fan via our online shop below.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:cover {\"customOverlayColor\":\"#ffffff\",\"minHeight\":429,\"minHeightUnit\":\"px\",\"contentPosition\":\"center center\",\"align\":\"full\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;min-height:429px\"><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container\"><!-- wp:media-text {\"mediaId\":1778,\"mediaLink\":\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/patients-carers\/living-with-a-lung-disease\/copd\/stages\/fan-resize\/\",\"mediaType\":\"image\",\"mediaWidth\":56,\"verticalAlignment\":\"center\",\"imageFill\":true} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center is-image-fill\" style=\"grid-template-columns:56% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Fan-Resize.png);background-position:50% 50%\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Fan-Resize.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1778 size-full\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><!-- wp:heading {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"32px\"},\"color\":{\"text\":\"#000000\"}}} -->\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#000000;font-size:32px\"><strong>Where to purchase a hand-held fan<\/strong><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"17px\"},\"color\":{\"text\":\"#000000\"}}} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#000000;font-size:17px\">Lung Foundation Australia has tested hand-held fans available via our online shop. Funds raised from the sale of hand-held fans help support our services and programs. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:buttons -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\"><!-- wp:button {\"className\":\"is-style-fill\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.lungfoundation.com.au\/product\/hand-held-fan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Buy a hand-held fan<\/a><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:button --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:buttons --><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:media-text -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:cover -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->","post_title":"Benefits of hand-held fans","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"benefits-of-hand-held-fans","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-10-26 10:01:45","post_modified_gmt":"2021-10-26 00:01:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/?post_type=article&#038;p=1934","menu_order":0,"post_type":"article","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":1957,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2018-02-05 12:58:37","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-05 02:58:37","post_content":"<strong>By Claire Mulvihill, Lung Cancer Support Nurse, Lung Foundation Australia<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThere are a number of symptoms and side effects which you may experience when living with lung cancer and other lung diseases in addition to various treatments. Lung cancer and its treatment can affect people in different ways depending on the type, location and size of your lung cancer. You may have general symptoms and not feel well, or have very specific symptoms relating to your lungs or other parts of the body that have been affected by the cancer. Whilst there are a number of side effects which you may experience, in this edition we feature breathlessness and some tips to managing this. We will highlight other common symptoms in such as weight loss and fatigue in future editions.\r\n\r\nShortness of breath is the most common challenge people living with lung cancer and other lung diseases have. It can be uncomfortable and scary and you may feel like you can\u2019t get enough air into your lungs. The common causes of breathlessness include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Infection such as a cold, flu or pneumonia<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Airway obstruction<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Anxiety or stress often causing more rapid breathing<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Fatigue<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Low red blood cells (anaemia)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Lung cancer treatments.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nMake sure you communicate with your health professional when you start to have difficulty breathing so they can determine the cause quickly and efficiently and provide the best management options.\r\n<h4>Tips to manage breathlessness<\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>If you currently smoke, quitting will allow better air exchange in your lungs and relieve shortness of breath<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Avoid environments with second hand smoke<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Keep hydrated to assist in keeping any mucus thin and to make coughing easier<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Ask about breathing techniques such as pursed lip breathing or diaphragmatic breathing<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rest by sitting down or leaning against a wall<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Identify triggers of anxiety which may make breathlessness worse<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Sleep upright to help increase the air flow<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Utilise relaxation techniques<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Ensure your rooms are well ventilated or use an electric or handheld fan<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Supplemental oxygen may need to be considered in the course of your illness.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>It\u2019s important to discuss these tips with your health professional to determine which are suitable for your needs.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Breathlessness","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"breathlessness","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-11-18 22:17:59","post_modified_gmt":"2020-11-18 12:17:59","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/?post_type=article&#038;p=1957","menu_order":0,"post_type":"article","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":11599,"post_author":"85","post_date":"2020-11-18 17:23:46","post_date_gmt":"2020-11-18 07:23:46","post_content":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Breathlessness is one of the most common symptoms experienced by people living with a chronic or rare lung disease or lung cancer. It can be very uncomfortable, frightening and fatiguing. You may find some days better than others. Practicing breathing exercises and relaxation techniques can help you feel confident on days that are more challenging. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\u201cRecognising when you need to slow down and allowing yourself more time to get your tasks done is important. Breathlessness can be overwhelming \u2013 it\u2019s normal to feel panicked, which amplifies the feelings of breathlessness. Recognising this is important so you can concentrate on relaxing your muscles and slowing your breathing,\u201d Lung Foundation Australia Respiratory Care Nurse, Amanda said.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\u201cWhen you feel worried, anxious or uptight, you use a greater amount of energy which can leave you feeling fatigued. Stress may also change your breathing patterns causing shallow breathing from the chest. You might find you breathe with your upper chest and use extra muscles around your chest and shoulders, leading to tension. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\"When you\u2019re experiencing breathlessness, focus on your breath. Breathe in slowly through your nose, deep into your diaphragm, and try using pursed lips as you breathe out. Breathing out should take longer than breathing in. Concentrate on relaxing your shoulders as you breathe out.\u201d<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Through a program like pulmonary rehabilitation, a respiratory physiotherapist can build on these simple techniques to help you slow your breathing and restore your energy.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\u201cYour feelings of breathlessness may increase with different levels of activity, so it\u2019s important to learn how to adapt and control your breathing, depending on the circumstances. For people who don\u2019t have access to a pulmonary rehabilitation program, or those living in COVID-19 hotspots or in self-isolation, we developed the online Maintaining Movement video series. The at-home exercise series is designed specifically for people living with lung disease, delivered by our qualified exercise physiologist and can be accessed via our website,\u201d Amanda said.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br>\u201cIf prescribed, using your reliever and maintenance medications can assist in managing symptoms of breathlessness. It is important that you understand the role of each of your medications and your medications are used correctly as prescribed to ensure their effectiveness.\u201d<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Research has also shown that the cool draft of air from a hand-held fan may help control breathlessness. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\u201cThese are a great option because they are cheap and easily portable. A freestanding or desktop fan, or the breeze through an open door or window, may also help. Some people find that a cool washer or a mist of water on the face has the same effect,\u201d Amanda said.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For more information about breathlessness, pulmonary rehabilitation, or to purchase a hand-held fan, free call 1800 654 301 or <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.lungfoundation.com.au\/product\/hand-held-fan\/\">click here. <\/a><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4,\"style\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"#bc4030\"}}} -->\n<h4 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#bc4030\">Tips to check your inhaler device technique<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To help you manage symptoms such as breathlessness, your doctor may prescribe you medications that require you to use an inhaler device. Whether you\u2019re new to using an inhaler device or have been taking your medications for a long time, it\u2019s important to ensure you\u2019re using them correctly. If you\u2019re not, you may not be getting the most out of your medications. Here are our tops tips for checking your technique.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"#bc4030\"}}} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#bc4030\"><strong>Know your device<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There are different types of inhalers and each may require a slightly different technique. If you are prescribed a new inhaler device, or your medications are changed, ask your doctor to show you how to use it correctly and help you to practice getting the technique right. Discuss with them when you should book a review visit if you've started a new treatment or your current treatment has changed.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"#bc4030\"}}} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#bc4030\"><strong>Avoid skipping steps<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you\u2019ve been using an inhaler device for a long period of time it\u2019s easy to start taking short cuts or develop bad habits. Take your devices to your next appointment and ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist for a refresher. Your inhaler will only be effective if you use it correctly. Ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist to show you how to use each type of inhaler you have and make sure they review your technique at least every year. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"#bc4030\"}}} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#bc4030\"><strong>Watch our technique videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Lung Foundation Australia has a suite of inhaler device technique videos that demonstrate the correct technique for each device. We also have a range of other free resources and information available to support you with the management of your condition.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:media-text {\"mediaId\":11125,\"mediaLink\":\"https:\\\/\\\/lungfoundation.com.au\\\/patients-carers\\\/support-services\\\/support\\\/amanda_head-shot\\\/\",\"mediaType\":\"image\",\"mediaWidth\":48,\"style\":{\"color\":{\"background\":\"#bc4030\"}}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile has-background\" style=\"background-color:#bc4030;grid-template-columns:48% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Amanda_head-shot-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11125\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><!-- wp:paragraph {\"textColor\":\"white\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">Our highly experienced Respiratory Care Nurse, Amanda, offers a free telephone-based service for people living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or bronchiectasis. Through three telephone appointments, Amanda provides evidence-based information and support on all aspects of your condition and can connect you with information and self-management support to help you live well with your lung condition. 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