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Just wondering: could long-term use of Olbas Oil make COPD worse?

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Jinty57

You never know - I was surprised when told that asthmatics shouldn't used Vick - I can remember my mum smothering us with it as kids when ever we showed slightest sign of a cold :) I guess Olbas and vick are both made from eucalyptus. Is it something you now avoid?

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HungryHufflepuff

Interesting. Actually I was once told you shouldn't use eucalyptus if... But I can't remember what the "if" was! I used to use eucalyptus leaves and that was when I was told the words of wisdom that I've now apparently forgotten.

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Dids49

Menthol and eucalyptus lozengers keep me breathing and I only don't have one while I am eating. Also have eucalyptus oil in my vaporiser. Do hope I am not doing any damage but it just keeps me breathing enough to move about.

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Dids49

Sorry, Forgot to say I am diagnosed as 'severe' COPD although my oxygen level at rest is usually around 97 and around 92 with little activity.

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ClaraC

If you are using 'pure essential oils' then eucalyptus is said to be very good for asthma but they must be 'pure' otherwise they could cause damage. I sometimes put them in a burner but they are supposed to be especially good in a proper diffuser which I intend to purchase. Hope this helps

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ClaraC

Just a little caution essential oils must be diluted before they go on your skin otherwise may burn it as they are extremely concentrated.

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Kristicats

For me (cough sweets )make my breathing terrible and I loose my voice. So gargle with salt water instead.

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