CP and difficulty coughing

C2793

Hi. I have spastic quadriplegia and am a full time power chair user. More recently, I have been having difficulty coughing (particularly when I have a cold) due to spasticity and weak muscles in the chest. I just wondered does anyone else have this problem? If so, what helps?

I have briefly looked at using a cough assist machine, does anyone else use this?

Thanks

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Trevor_PIP

@C2793 hope you are OK. You should consult your Doctor, but I understand you are asking members what could help.

trouble5316

I got sent for chest x ray twice was clear just have a coʻld

SaraC_Scope

Hi @C2793

Welcome to the community. I'm Sara and part of the CP Network here at Scope.

I would also recommend contacting your GP if you have noticed changes with your cerebral palsy.

I'm tagging @Richard_Scope who is the Programme Lead for our Network, in case he has any advice for you. You are also welcome to join our Network. It's a community where you can access resources, support and discussions around CP. We host monthly Zoom meetings on the second Wednesday of each month, from 6pm-7pm.

Cerebral Palsy (CP) Network | Disability charity Scope UK

C2793

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1089405#Comment_1089405

Thanks for your reply. I am thinking of booking a GP appointment.

C2793

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1089413#Comment_1089413

@SaraC_Scope Thanks for your reply and the welcome. I am thinking of booking a GP appointment.

I would really like to join the CP Network. Thanks.