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Flare-ups

What happens when you have a flare up? I'm not sure if I'm having one or not. Every time I ask me doctor about them he say I'm not, maybe...

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Sometimes Being a Shut-In is a Necessity

I have been a shut-in the past couple weeks and will probably continue for the future next couple of weeks. The weather here in Central Texas has been crazy. Temperatures...

Low dose Ct scan

I have been diagnosed with copd/ emphysema/asthma about 6 years ago. I was put on the cpap at night with oxygen. I have to get another ct scan, every time...

Hand Swelling with COPD

Has anyone experience hand swelling as a result of a flare-up with COPD?...

Do you have any warning signs before a flare up?

This is a question that I'm posting on behalf of our community member South Paw. They write: "Speaking for myself, I find that an exasperation is scary as hell because...

Exacerbation while on Dupixent

I have been on Dupixent for about 5 months. I felt great, almost normal. I tried to exercise as much as possible even walking around the house when the weather...

Flare Up Recovery

I recently had a major flare up. The worst one I have had since being diagnosed with COPD 4 1/2 years ago. I caught a bit of flu in late...

How to breathe when there is an Elephant sitting on your chest?

My wife said I should try to learn the way she was taught in yoga classes. Take a deep breath, hold it for a count of five, then let it...

any information on percussion therapy or the life vest?

I know percussion therapy was given at one time. Is it still in practice?...

Exacerbation or my normal ?

I was diagnosed with COPD back in April after going to the hospital with an exacerbation. Since then it has been a continuous pattern. Taking prednisone and going towards feeling...

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