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anonymous on September 12, 2011    answered by Mitchell Tepper,
PhD, MPH on September 12, 2011  I’m glad you asked this question
because it’s a common concern among people with lung problems.
As you know, lung problems caused bychronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD) includeemphysema, chronic bronchitis
and bronchiectasis…all of which create difficulty breathing,
which can limit sexual activity.   First, I would encourage
anyone with COPD to speak with their doctor about sexual
activity. Why? Because sex is a physical activity…so it makes
sense for your partner to speak with his doctor about any
necessary precautions to keep him healthy.  That said,
theCanadian Lung Association offers several tips and tricks that
can help you and your partner enjoy sexual activity. But keep in
mind that someone with COPD will get out of breath during
sex...and this should be expected. Luckily, research shows that
the effort expended during intercourse is ty