Different Ways To Treat Bronchiectasis

Stay Hydrated

If patients stay hydrated, the mucus in the lungs will be thinned and will be easier to get it out. If individuals do not drink enough water, the mucus will get thick and thus, is harder to cough out of the lungs. When the mucus is not sitting in the lungs, it causes fewer problems and makes it easier to breathe. It may take some getting used to when trying to increase one's water intake, but over time, it will become easier and become second-nature. This will benefit, not only the lungs but the whole body and health in general as well. This is because avoiding dehydration can help patients feel less tired, feel more alert, and reduce other physical problems associated with it. Many individuals do not drink enough water, so some patients might be surprised how much more water they should be drinking compared to what you are drinking.

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