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How is an exacerbation like?

Hello, I'm having a hard time understanding what an exacerbation is like; does it come gradually over the days, or it happens out of nowhere in a sudden manner? My...

Prednisone use

My Dr don't want to put me prednisone because of side affects, he gives me 16 pill box but says use in emergency when u can't breath ,I know tons...

What about COPD.net are you grateful for?

November is COPD Awareness month, and this year our theme is Being Grateful for our Community...so we want to hear from you! Share what you're grateful for about COPD.net in...

Very confused about my situation

I have been diagnosed with stage 3 copd, every time my blood oxygen level is taken the doctor says it’s fine. Then why am I gasping for air every time...

Cardiovascular issues

I have a few...hypertension, arteriosclerosis, and 3 aortic aneurysms with thrombus. I cough constantly and I don't know what effect that has on my aneurysms. My cough is worse with...

Tubing for 02

Today I tripped again on my 02 tubing that is on the floor the length of the house. Was able to catch my self but hurt my ribs again and...

NIV and oxygen at home

My mum is 74 and 4 weeks ago was admitted to hospital with flu and then developed HAP hospital acquired pneumonia. She has been diagnosed with COPD for 10+ years...

Family talk coping

I know my health issues impact my family. They are aware of my Stage 4 COPD, Severe emphysema plus other medical conditions. I let them know my symptoms, things that...

My oxygen and me

I was embarrassed to wear oxygen to church. I managed to do it and over time I was pretty comfortable. Then the senior pastor told me I didn't need that...

only me

If anyone wants to hear good music and see the chorus in fits of laughter go to youtube.com and look up the Croatian Youth Orchestra who go under the name...

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