Is A CPAP Machine Effective In Managing COPD?

Posted on Fri, 5 May 2017

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Question : hello, question ; would a CPAC machine use at night possibly be effective in someone who has COPD ?? i would of course get the physician to review , but just curious at this point. thanks XXXXXXX Sparkman

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, with proper titration CPAP machine can be useful in COPD patients.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, CPAP machine can be useful in COPD patients at night with proper titration.
So don't use directly without guidance of pulmonologist.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.

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