At 78 with advanced COPD, we didn’t expect this change in lung functionI hesitated before sharing this, because I know how unusual it may sound. But I also know how it feels when you...reactions2repliesTreatment
Fighting For My Life In JanuaryAt the end of January I was in a critical condition and my family were told to expect the worst. I had...reactions3repliesFlares
What to expect with dual chemical stress testLooking for a little help. Have to do the chemical stress test next month. Yes heart attack with 4 stents. Stemi.. Stage...reactions1replyBreathing
stage four diagnosisI recently developed what I thought was an exacerbation. I have had them before. I have had COPD for 10 years. My...reactions3repliesEnd Stage
Hey, it's COPD not COVID-19!Don't you just hate it when you have COPD, have to wear a mask and then cough behind the mask due to...reactions2repliesBreathing
Confused I was diagnosed COPDin 2009. Now it’s April 2026 , I have never had short of breath. Climb stairs case normal, no...reactions1replyDiagnosis
Alternatives With the Internet being my almost constant companion, I see many articles about "miracle" products that replace more common prescription inhalers, I.E...reactions1replyTreatment
Getting SickerHi, I was diagnosed with COPD some years ago. I suffer several flareups a year. I am on Trelegy Ellipta and use...reactions1replyTreatment
What are some tips for handling oxygen tubing?I am fairly active and use 100ft of tubing so I can walk freely around my home. However, it constantly kinks and...reactions2repliesCoping
Why is the medical field unaware of programs like Cardio health I was referred to Pulmonary rehab but getting to the facilities I'd challenging and costly. Why didn't the Dr suggest Cardio health...reactions4repliesAwarenessPulmonary Rehabilitation