When do you decide on oxygenMy question is one of those personal choice questions but nevertheless one I would like to have others thoughts. My background is one of a definite emphysema diagnosis since 2015...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesBreathing
Rib crampsI also experience severe rib cramps I have found pickle juice to be an amazing help for these ... With a few drinks they usually subside fairly quick.. I hope...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Prolia for osteoporosisOne of the side effects of taking COPD medications is osteoporosis. I’m looking for some feedback from anyone who’s taking Prolia. I tried Boniva, Fosamax and Actonel and couldn’t tolerate...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Don’t know where to turn as my wife is going down hill fast and we’re both scared what to do to help Please could anyone talk to me about my wife she is getting very upset and unwell she can’t breathe properly and she is getting sad and tired and not eating...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Stem cell treatment I am interested in peoples experiences with the Stem cell treatment for COPD. I am in Stage 4, Emphysema and would appreciate any feedback. Thank you for your interest and...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
END STAGE COPD WITH A FEVER OF 99.5Fever and end stage COPD...Reactions0reactionsComments14 repliesHospice & Palliative Care
Has anyone thought death would be better than life?I have smoked for 50 years. My breathing has become awful. I'm tired all the time, in a bad mood most the time, it is awful and not me at...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCoping
Concentrator pooped out!Just a tip for concentrator users. I am on the concentrator 24-7, bottle only when going out. I have had been using the concentrator for 12 years so we understand...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesAwareness
Oxygen concentrators with CPAP machinesMy doctor recommended that I connect my oxygen concentrator to my CPAP machine in order to get oxygen during the night. There was no way for anyone to sleep with...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
65 years old, stage 4 copd FEV1 30% Hi there, I am looking for some advice. My dad was diagnosed a few months back with COPD and emphysema. He smoked a pack or more a day from 15-65...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesEmphysemaEnd StageBreathing