Is there any better way to control my mucus?I produce a lot of mucus daily. Is there any way to control it better. I cough like crazy!...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
How can I help my boyfriend when he has a coughing spell?My boyfriend has COPD. Lately his cough has gotten worse and more frequent. How can I help him when he gets into a coughing spell where his face turns red...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Can your windpipe close up with COPD?It felt like my windpipe had closed up whilst trying to eat my dinner...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Should I ask my pulmonologist about my stage?My pulmonary doctor has not advised me of the Stage of my COPD, should I ask?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
FatigueI am always tired snd unable.to function I feel frustrated and deprrssed....Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Shortness of BreathDoes anyone else feel very Short of Breath at times, yet your O2 is 94-98? My doctor does not seem concerned since the O2 is good, but I feel like...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Has anyone tried Pranayama breathing?is there anyone that has experimented with this yoga exercise. if so what were the results ? i have indeed read all/lots of the studies with mixed results. would appreciate...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Is it normal to feel a large weight on my chest?Is it normal with copd to feel like I have an heavy blanket across my chest when I wake from sleeping? Whatever my sleeping position, propped up or lying down...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Can shortness of breath cause diaphragm strain?Can shortness of breath/heavy breathing cause diaphragm strain/sprain? I often have severe tightness below my ribs (more pressure than pain). It is sometimes oppressive and causes me to walk leaning...Reactions0reactionsComments14 replies
Has anyone had a bullectomy?If so can you tell me if it helped and how long to recover?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies