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Has anyone used augmentation therapy for Alpha-1?

Has anyone with Alpha-1 used augmentation therapy and then stopped it? I am curious to know if breathing was better, worse or the same after? My doctor is not sure...

How helpful is supplemental oxygen?

This may seem stupid to ask but I am on O2 at night and was advised to also use during increased activities. My question is this, since COPD causes difficulty...

Can I apply for both Medical Disability and Early Social Security?

Hello, I am new here so forgive me if my question is posted in the wrong place. I am 62 yo with severe COPD. I have been working full time...

Oxygen and Blood Pressure

When I'm moving around the apartment, I usually don't wear my oxygen tubing and I've begun to notice that when my oxygen level gets too low (below 88% blood oxygen...

Does anyone else who is on oxygen have problems with static electricity?

Now that the weather is cold I am having major static shock problems when I turn on a light switch, touch the refrigerator or touch the range. I am running...

What is causing my low energy?

I have severe COPD and on oxygen. I have no energy whatsoever. I walk 20 ft and lose my breath and have to rest. I watch tv for about 30...

Does anyone exercise without supplemental oxygen?

My Mom has COPD... it is so frustrating because she refuses to use any oxygen outside her home. Does anyone in the later stages of COPD exercise without the need...

How can one continue when you can't be active?

How can one continue when you can't be active? I have severe COPD plus have knees that need to be replaced but won't be because I'm high risk. I had...

New meds

Seeing a pulmonary Doctor the last few months. Got a breathing test done at hospital ( one where you sit in a machine). Dr said I have moderate copd, stage...

carbs

found out carbs produce co2...

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