This hand should remain still when you breathe Place the other hand on your stomach with your thumb on your belly button. This hand should rise up and down when you breathe Breathe in through your nose as you count to three. Practice this as often as possible - learning to coordinate stomach movements and breathing takes time. Controlled coughing can help you cough up phlegm without getting short of breath or damaging your respiratory passages. Take a slow, deep breath through the nose Hold your breath for a couple of seconds Open your mouth a bit and cough two to three short, forceful coughs Relax and repeat Your nurse or physiotherapist will be able to teach you other techniques for loosening and getting rid of the phlegm in the lungs.
Family members can also learn how to help.
Many people with Smoker's Lung have difficulty eating large amounts of food. Talk to your doctor if certain types of food give you problems. People who are fit use less oxygen. Remaining active also helps you feel good about yourself. Call your doctor at the first sign of a cold or influenza.