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Is it dangerous to move without supplemental oxygen for a few minutes?

My daddy has COPD using O2 4L all the day If he walk 5steps his o2 level 74% without O2, so I am asking if this is bad or should...

How long on average do most individuals stay in any given stage of COPD?

I have been diagnosed at being between stage 1 and 2. I quit smoking 4 years ago when I first notice my breathing was becoming different. Was diagnosed last month...

Moving forward?

Well, I know I've have posted alot, But I feel like I'm finally moving forward. I'm 28 and last year I was diagnosed with "likely asthma". Well in the last...

Is it possible to shower with nasal cannulae?

Newly diagnosed and sick again.

I was diagnosed at the end of last month with COPD based on x-rays and a good chat with the Dr about my History. I had the flu and was...

Anyone else have nasal cannula problems?

I have tried to find a better nasal cannula. Currently I use a Hudson because the prongs are a little longer and they have a tab below that helps keep...

Can starting oxygen therapy make you feel worse?

Hello, my mom has been living with COPD for at least 10 years, but only this week she had to go on oxygen. I’m having a hard time keeping my...

Traveling with COPD - near and far!

Whether you're going on a trip to a faraway destination or just traveling around town: what is your experience when traveling with COPD? Please share about it with us in...

Do my pulse oximeter readings have anything to do with urinary incontinence?

Why does my pulse oximeter have readings in the 90s when I'm gasping for air after any type of exertion to the point that it sometimes causes urinary incontinence?...

COPD diagnosis

I see stage numbers and various names for the particular aspects of COPD. Is there a reference list for these stages and other names used to describe or label the...

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