Breathing problems with cancer
The type of treatment you need depends on the cause of your breathlessness. This is a guide to the different treatment options available.
There are several treatments for breathlessness. Your doctor needs to find the cause of your breathlessness to offer the best treatment for your situation.
Breathlessness can make daily living very difficult. It is important to stay as active as possible and try to find ways to reduce breathlessness.
Breathing exercises and relaxation techniques can help you if you become breathless.
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Information on travelling with oxygen and taking oxygen on holiday.
Last reviewed: 26 Jun 2023
Next review due: 26 Jun 2026
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