Intrinsic, automatic and naturally effortless, breathing is often taken for granted. But if you have experienced a congested nose due to a cold or blocked airways because of a cough, then you would know the challenges brought about by impaired breathing.
For those living with respiratory ailments such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), impaired breathing is a day-to-day reality.
Respiratory diseases are alarmingly rampant across the globe. Asthma and COPD, in particular, are significant public health burdens. According to the World Health Organization, COPD is the third leading cause of death worldwide, with 3.23 million deaths recorded in 2019.[1] During the same year, WHO reported that asthma affected about 262 million people globally, with deaths hitting 461,000. Asthma remains the most common chronic disease among children.[2]
A recent statement by the Philippine College of Chest Physicians (PCCP) also pointed to the risk of long-term effects of COVID-19 among those with respiratory ailments that were infected with coronavirus disease.
Fortunately, advancements in science and technology have now made it easier to treat and manage various respiratory ailments. Yes, even at home. People suffering from an asthma attack or a COPD flare-up can now find immediate relief through breathing devices such as nebulizers.
How nebulization can help you breathe easy
Nebulizers are a type of breathing apparatus used for the administration of medicated vapors. While most commonly prescribed for and used by asthmatics, nebulizers can also help address many other respiratory conditions, including COPD, acute bronchitis, allergic rhinitis and cough. This is why medical health experts and government health specialists continue to encourage the use of nebulizers as these can help save the lives of those with chronic respiratory ailments.
Having your own nebulizer at home can spell the difference between managing an attack and having to go to the hospital. Here are the biggest benefits of at-home nebulization:
- Faster results. For someone having difficulty breathing, minutes can feel like hours. With a nebulizer, the patient can be given immediate relief and the asthma attack or COPD flare-ups can be prevented from escalating into an even bigger health concern. Home nebulizer therapy delivers direct medication straight to the appropriate areas of respiratory tracts (upper or lower) which is very important for delivering the desired effect This kind of treatment works faster and gets better results with smaller doses than pills or shots.
- Fewer side effects. Compared to oral medications, nebulizers can be used for years with less risk of side effects associated with long-term use of steroids such as bone loss, weight gain, high blood pressure, high blood glucose and susceptibility to infection.
- Convenient and easy to use. Unlike with other devices such as inhalers, home nebulizer therapy does not require the patient to coordinate his or her breathing with the machine. For this reason, doctors often recommend nebulizers for people who may have difficulty using inhalers. Also, nebulizers can come in smaller sizes, which make them easy to unpack, set up and take anywhere.
A common misconception about nebulizers is that they are complicated and hard to use. On the contrary, nebulizers are actually very simple to operate.
Recent improvements in healthcare technology have made nebulizers such as OMRON’s NE-C101 more user-friendly. The NE-C101 is efficient and ensures a quick and reliable treatment for adults and children alike. Its compact design helps make it easier to manage the entire family’s respiratory health at home.
Consider getting your family its own home nebulizer today because when it comes to health, prevention is always much better than cure. With OMRON’s Compressor Nebulizer NE-C101, a convenient and long-term health solution at home or on the go is right at your fingertips.
For more information about OMRON Healthcare’s products and their availability, please visit https://www.omronhealthcare-ap.com/ph.
Nebulizers are so important if you have breathing issues. They’re a huge help to keep you breathing better, especially if you’re having an especially hard time.
I think when it comes to these sorts of products they work best for individuals with respiratory conditions. Thankfully none of my household have them. I can see how people would find them useful where needed.
Yes, My Mom always reminds me to have a nebulizer at home with the same reasons!
Ooohhhh….this is my very first time seeing an actual nebulizer. I had never seen one before but I have always heard of them in the numerous medical drama series I’ve watched!
I try to have as many things as possible. This way we can use it in case of emergency. This is good and will check it out.
My son has asthma and I’m surprised that his doctor never recommended that we get a nebulizer!. It certainly sounds like it’s a great addition to a home first aid kit!
We have a nebulizer at our home and we love it! I agree that prevention is so much better than trying to cure the problem.
We actually always had one in the house when my kids were much smaller. It’s a great investment!
This is so true. As a teacher, I have seen so many kids suffering from various breathing ailments over the years. Parents tout the nebulizer all of the time!
I am a lifelong asthmatic and already have a nebulizer at home, they are crucial to those with asthma, a rescue inhaler sometimes is not sufficient.
Totally agree with this! Given that I am asthmatic, I couldn’t afford not to have one at home. Currently, using OMRON too and we’re pretty happy with it.
Wow, I never thought about having a nebulizer at home. The breath is indeed super important! All these years have caused many of us to remember that our breath is key to life!
Hhhhmmm…alright then! Now that I think of it, a nebulizer is much easier to operate than an inhaler. I’ve seen people struggle with inhalers and it can get so bad.
Great information, and thorough! Thanks for sharing!
The nebulizer was such a helpful tool when my daughter was a baby and struggled with respiratory conditions. I’m glad we don’t need to use it anymore, though.
we have nebulizer at home for my son used to have mild asthma, it helps him calm and true that hospitalization can be avoided as it serves as his first aide.