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Does exercise help my pulmonary fibrosis?
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Yes: Exercise is an important part of the management of pulmonary fibrosis. There are specific programs known as pulmonary rehab, that incorporate exercise and oxygen therapy to help maintain your lung function.
Answered 3/29/2019
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Yes: Keeeping the lungs as full function for as long as possible is always good.
Answered 11/11/2018
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Yes and no: Exercise is good but does not change your lung disease.
Answered 7/14/2018
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