Warmer weatherI was diagnosed with COPD/ Emphysema last year and breathing was easier during the winter. But know I have less energy and it's harder to breathe. I'm trying to find...Reactions0reactionsComments11 replies
Why are my father's SpO2 readings lower on BiPAP than nasal cannula?SPO2 readings lower on BiPAP than nasal cannula - what's wrong? My father has COPD. He also is fighting pneumonia and has been put on a BiPAP machine after being...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Side effectsDid everyone receive their vaccine? I am concerned because I've been hearing how some people r not doing well afterward. I want to know if the vaccine interferes with meds...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesSide Effects
Living with flare upRecently went to ER for shortness of breath. Dx exacerbated copd and respiratory infection. They gave me steroids to take and sent me home. My biggest problem is the...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesChronic BronchitisBreathingCoping
Should I be using a dehumidifier or a humidifier?Nighttime coughing and drying out... I don't know what device I should be using. Do I get a humidifier or a dehumidifier?...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
CensorshipWhen the FDA approves a covid vaccine, I will consider one, however so far they have not done so. According to the scientific site linked below, current c vid vaccines...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesResearch & Clinical TrialsAwareness
COVID VaccineNot sure what stage of COPD I have; testing is next month. I currently use an inhaler. I have been going back and forth about getting the vaccine due to...Reactions0reactionsComments42 repliesBreathing
Alternative Lung treatment It’s been awhile since one been here. Is anyone familiar with the “zephyr valve “ procedure? I’m hoping someone on this site is familiar with it....Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesMedical MarijuanaProgression
HottubI'm wondering if anyone has a hottub and uses it? If you do does it affect your breathing? I have 1 and I'm afraid to get in it. Would it...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesBreathing
Researcher Will Use £500,000 Grant to Develop ‘Virtual Lung’Researcher Will Use £500,000 Grant to Develop ‘Virtual Lung’ “In a nutshell, more than 90% of drugs fail to reach the market. This is because we lack the capacity to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesResearch & Clinical Trials