Flare-upsWhat happens when you have a flare up? I'm not sure if I'm having one or not. Every time I ask me...reactions3repliesFlares
Sometimes Being a Shut-In is a NecessityI have been a shut-in the past couple weeks and will probably continue for the future next couple of weeks. The weather...reactions19repliesBreathingFlares Triggers
Low dose Ct scanI have been diagnosed with copd/ emphysema/asthma about 6 years ago. I was put on the cpap at night with oxygen. I...reactions2repliesCopingFlares
Hand Swelling with COPDHas anyone experience hand swelling as a result of a flare-up with COPD?...reactions1replyFlares Side EffectsSymptoms
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...reactions2repliesFlares Symptoms
Exacerbation while on DupixentI have been on Dupixent for about 5 months. I felt great, almost normal. I tried to exercise as much as possible...reactions12repliesFlares
Flare Up RecoveryI recently had a major flare up. The worst one I have had since being diagnosed with COPD 4 1/2 years ago...reactions9repliesCopingFlares Exercise
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...reactions16repliesFlares
any information on percussion therapy or the life vest?I know percussion therapy was given at one time. Is it still in practice?...reactions6repliesPulmonary RehabilitationBreathingFlares
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...reactions2repliesFlares