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Why do doctors want you to go to the hospital when you have exacerbations?

What is the average life expectancy for someone with Stage 3 COPD?

For reference: FEV 1 - 42% FVC 43%....

Is this pain in the muscles around my lungs from COPD?

My pain seems stop be in the muscles around my lungs. It is not a constant pain but if I reach for something, it kills me. Is this from COPD?...

Who else has been diagnosed with asthma and bronchiectasis?

Has anyone else here been diagnosed with asthma and bronchiectasis, along with their COPD diagnosis?...

Long lung but told I’m fine (?)

Is it possible to have long lung even if you don’t have emphysema or any other form of COPD? There seems to be some discrepancy as to whether I do...

Which bronchodilator reading should I use to examine my results?

A month ago I was diagnosed with Stage 3 COPD. This week I took the breathing tests and my question is, which reading do I use (to apply for SS...

How does a doctor determine COPD staging?

Can you lighten your hair and get a manicure and pedicure while on oxygen?

What is your experience like when drinking alcoholic beverages?

I love my glass of red wine but now find I may not exceed one glass as that causes a flare-up 18 hours later....

Confused about doctor's order regarding 02 saturation

I use an oximeter frequently, but have very cold hands, and often don't get a correct reading. I recently had a PFT test, and walk test. My levels drop down...

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