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Basic questions on coping and maintaining asthma, copd, emphysema.Basic questions on oxygen therapy at home, no ventilators.

Experience in the area

I have been a Respiratory Therapist since 1989

Organizations

American Association of Respiratory Care

Education/Credentials

University of Mississippi Respiratory Care Program NYC Dept of Education Respiratory Therapist License

Past/Present Clients

Have been n expert on sleep disorders also on this website for years

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Recent Answers from Karel Sleis

2011-07-02 Proper Nebulizer Use:

Unless he uses it as directed its useless.  if it calls for one vial every 6 hours thats what it should be.  If he used it as directed perhaps in 24 hour period he only needs to use it once, but he must

2011-05-24 Breathing problems:

If you have mild asthma, you should take your inhaler or nebulizer treatments. also i you take nebulizer treatments, make sure you change the filter each time you take a treatment. Filters can be replaced

2011-05-01 sarcoidosis:

The symptoms you describe can be from both asthma and sarcoiddosis. You should go to your pulmonary doctor and get another pulmonary function test.  as far as the cat goes.  You could try letting someone

2011-04-13 post nasal drip:

It could be that the room you sleep in is too dry.  You should buy a cold air humidifier. They sell at local drugstores like cvs .  The vicks pediatric size one is good for adults too. You simply fill

2011-04-11 post nasal drip:

Post nasal drip can drip into the throat which can go into the airway. You need to see a pulmonary doctor .  Ask your local hospital for a referral.  feel free to email again.   karel

 

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