What you can do as a patient

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• If you smoke, begin a cessation program.
• Take prescribed medication as instructed.
• Eat a balanced diet to maintain strength.
• Eat smaller meals more frequently. Patients often find that breathing comes easier when their stomachs are not full.
• Exercise moderately to maintain strength and lung function. Talk to your doctor about a program that fits your condition.
• Enroll in a pulmonary rehabilitation program to learn breathing techniques and expand your support network.
• Join a support group.