Shortness of Breath vs. Oxygen Saturation With COPD: Understanding the DifferenceShortness of breath, or feeling breathless, is what most people think of as the hallmark symptom of COPD. It's certainly one of...reactions124comments
Using Airway Clearance Devices: A Guide to Flutter Valves and AcapellasI have been getting lots of questions lately about flutter valves and acapellas. A common one that has been advertising heavily is...reactions15comments
6 common nebulizer medicines used for COPDSo, your doctor wants you to take breathing treatments. Or, perhaps you take breathing treatments already. Here are the 6 most common...reactions14comments
Medications Used To Treat Asthma And COPDCOPD and asthma are similar diseases. Symptoms felt are similar, such as shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. Even the medicines...reactions10comments
What Is Step Therapy?Finding ways to manage and treat COPD can be quite a journey. Often, it can feel like there are many different paths...reactionscomments
COPD TriggersChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic lung disease. This means that if you have COPD, you will have to manage...reactions9comments
Five Things to Ask Your Doctor About at Your Next AppointmentWhile we know that those with COPD can live normal, healthy lives, proper management for the disease is important to maintaining the...reactions5comments
What COPD Is NotThere are diseases that may mimic COPD. A wrong diagnosis may lead to the wrong treatment. So, here is what COPD is...reactions2comments
So, What IS COPD Anyway?I thought it would be neat to take a step back and review the term COPD. We know it means Chronic Obstructive...reactionscomments
Prevalence of COPD in Young PeopleChronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) has long been associated with older age. But a trend is beginning to emerge. An increasing number...reactionscomments
Is COPD Risk Determined During Childhood?There is no question that tobacco smoking is the biggest risk factor in the development of COPD. However, two new retrospective studies...reactionscomments
COPD Risks in ChildhoodChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a lung disease defined by trouble moving air in and out of the airways. This trouble...reactions29comments
My Advice for Avoiding the ERI am a respiratory therapist. I get to know many people with COPD. Oftentimes we become friends, and the topic comes up:...reactions1comment
Hospital Oxygen Delivery DevicesSo, you're having a flare-up. You require the services of an emergency room. A nurse or respiratory therapist will assess your oxygen...reactionscomments
What Medicine Works Best For You?Inhalation devices help people live better and longer with COPD. These devices include both inhalers and nebulizer solutions. There are many options...reactionscomments
COPD Lexicon: Medicine Terms To KnowWhen referring to COPD medicines, we often refer to big terms. Some of you may know what they mean, while others do...reactionscomments
COPD Lexicon: Inhaler Terms To KnowMost people with COPD use inhalers. So, what are they? How do they work? Here are some basic terms to help you...reactions2comments
How Does Albuterol Work?Albuterol is a very effective rescue medicine. It’s the best selling beta adrenergic of all time. It opens airways fast, making breathing...reactions4comments
What is Airflow Limitation?You hear the term bandied around. It’s described by the GOLD COPD guidelines as a key component of COPD. If you have...reactions14comments
COPD 101: What Is COPD?COPD is an acronym for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. It’s an umbrella term for lung diseases that cause persistent airflow limitation. Symptoms...reactions5comments
