Does NOT using inhalers reduce your life expectancy?I was diagnosed 10 or more years ago and have only ever had one blue inhaler prescribed when I was due to visit a polluted air area of China. I...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
What is bioenergy healing for COPD treatment?Has anyone heard of bioenergy healing? I contacted a company who emailed me back claiming to be able to halt progression of emphysema. Never heard of it before....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Has anyone tried regenerative therapy?I have just been diagnosed with stage 2 COPD. Needless to say, I'm very interested in stemming or stopping the progress of the disease. I'm looking into regenerative therapy and...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Confusion, memory loss, shakyMy dad was recently diagnosed with copd and slight congestive heart failure.My family is at a loss with all these side affects. I’ve read it can cause dementia but can...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Should I be on inhalers in addition to oxygen for COPD treatment?I just found out I have COPD. I am using oxygen and I don’t have inhalers. Is this good or bad?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Pain and COPD: Your Thoughts?Do you ever get pain that you think could be related to COPD? For example, you may get pain from chest tightness, rib cramps, skin tears, or something else? Do...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Does anyone else here have overlap syndrome (COPD and sleep apnea)?I suffer from COPD and sleep apnea which is classified as "overlap". Does anyone out there have the same condition? What information is available to become knowledgeable of the condition?...Reactions0reactionsComments9 replies
Can my partner and I claim PIP if he has COPD?My partner has just been diagnosed with COPD and emphysema. Can we claim PIP? He's a self-employed window cleaner....Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies