Why have my oxygen levels increased?My oxygen levels have increased for no reason. i use oxygen to mobilise but for the last week my oxygen levels have gone from around 90 - 92 resting to...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
I’m very confused about COPD - it’s an umbrella term?I am a 53-yo female. I was diagnosed with moderate COPD and asthma last week. I have an inhaler for the asthma, and will be starting Advair 100/50 on Friday...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Can I get a flu vaccine while on antibiotics and steroids?I started antibiotics and steroids today due to being more breathless and coughing more mucus. I had the flu 3 weeks ago. My vaccine is due while I’ll still be...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
COPD Exercising Made EasyI found the perfect exercise program for me & wanted to share. I'm 65 yrs. young, stage 4 emphysema, on oxygen 24/7 and all the other unwanted bells & whistles...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Question from the community: What can you tell me about bronchiectasis?Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Diagnosed and Happy(!)I'm 64, started smoking at 6.....so am l surprised or dismayed at the news? Obviously not. It's not Cancer......it's not Dementia either and those are the scary ones for me....body...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Losartan study for EmphysemaHas anyone been enrolled in this ? I have gotten the option to do so from my pulmonary doc...Reactions0reactionsComments12 replies
I was surprised at my new diagnosis. What are your thoughts?A month ago I started a lung infection with light pains around chest and back, on and off. Had some light intermittent labored breathing that could last a few hours...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Natural COPD meds.I need to know if their is anyone using natural products to combat COPD? If so do they really work ? I have been trying some that seem to make...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies