Battery operated nebulizer compressorsAnyone know of a medical supplier who accepts Medicare and California Medi-Cal to pay for a battery operated nebulizer compressor?...thanks...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
What does "long lungs" mean?My husband has COPD and a while ago had to have an x-ray, they told him that they had to take 2 because his lungs are long. What does "long...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Will a doctor prescribe opioids for COPD pain management?How can you get a doctor to give you pain medicine for your COPD for your chest cramps - especially coughing over and over - when these are the days...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
What is the difference between DuoNeb vs Spiriva?Can someone compare DuoNeb vs Spiriva for me and their benefits?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
How well does the Zephyr pulmonx valve work?And is it covered by insurance?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
What is the difference between medical grade oxygen concentrators and ones that are sold online without requiring a prescription?I ask as I am not yet on oxygen, and as an administrator for a COPD support group, I have seen members mention buying online, from sites like Amazon, without...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Why do doctors want you to go to the hospital when you have exacerbations?Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
What is the average life expectancy for someone with Stage 3 COPD?For reference: FEV 1 - 42% FVC 43%....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
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?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Who else has been diagnosed with asthma and bronchiectasis?Has anyone else here been diagnosed with asthma and bronchiectasis, along with their COPD diagnosis?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies