Thursday, February 22, 2018

Dealing with Illness and Pulmonary Hypertension

The worst thing in the world is being sick with a cold/flu or pneumonia when dealing with PH.  We already have a hard time with our lungs and breathing, let alone adding a cold to our condition.

When you get a cold you need to watch and make sure it doesn't turn into a Respiratory Infection, or worse yet, Pneumonia.   Make sure you are getting vaccinated and wear a mask when out in public during the flu season, especially at the Doctors office or Hospital.

If you are sick, stay out of my house. If you were exposed to someone with the flu or pneumonia, stay out of my house.

I do not want to end up in the hospital due to your negligence, my health is already compromised, I don't need your added germs coming in contact with me. It is much harder for us to recover from being sick than it is to prevent sickness. So please, respect our wishes when we say, stay home! 

Great boosters to help your immune system that are safe to take

Zinc
Vitamin C
Elderberry Syrup (any drug store has it) 


Over the Counter Medications that are SAFE

ANY Coricidin HBP product as it is specifically made for people with high blood pressure and heart conditions. 

  • Dylsum Cough syrup
  • Robitussin Regular cough syrup
  • Regular Mucinex
  • Zyrtec
  • Benedryl 
  • Claritin

Nasal Sprays

  • Saline Solution
  • Neti Pot
  • Afrin that has Oxymetazoline ~ PH Pharmacist fine to use for short period of time
  • Flonase

Medications you want to Avoid like the plague

ANYTHING that says it has:  

  • phenylephrine
  • pseudoephedrine
  • ephedrine
  • naphazoline

Dislaimer:  I AM NOT a doctor. This is NOT Medical advice. When in doubt and in need of medical attention, please consult with your doctor before taking any medication, as every PH Patient is different and is on different medications and react differently.  Always seek medical advice from a licensed practitioner before adding any medication or supplement to your current medication list. 


Thanks for joining me today. Keep on the lookout for the next blog: Side effects of medications 😊💜

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