Active 8 days agoCopying,deperssionJust trying to deal with life when it's hard to even take a. Smal breath. Or even think about moving for fear of losing my breath...reactions7repliesDepressionCopingEnd Stage
Active 8 days agoWake up Couldn't think of a better topic name but....not sure if this is normal, abnormal or just a figment of my imagination. When I first wake up, I feel fine. No...reactions6repliesCopingProgressionSleep
Newly discovered breathing diagnose!I am new to all of it , and just starting out into treatment's . Came across this site found so very helpful, and informative and supportive as well ...reactions1replyDiagnosisCopingAwareness
Waking and Washing - Worst Part of the Day with my COPD - Hate ItI think I am on stage 3 COPD, I think. Had it for many years, bur COVID finally did for me. I really struggle in the mornings, even getting up...reactions9repliesDepressionBreathingCoping
A life of contributionAs I was making coffee and working through some rib cramps, I was suddenly taken back in memory to grade school. Most folks here will recall cleaning the erasers from...reactions5repliesCopingAwareness
What are your Hobbies?I wanted to start a thread about everyone's hobbies. I know a lot of us spend a lot of time indoors and having something fun to do and keep one's...reactions110repliesCopingMental Health
Need some tips for managing at home Hi all 😊 I was recently diagnosed with the chronic bronchitis part of COPD and it’s hit so hard so quick! I’m exhausted after doing little things and small tasks...reactions3repliesCoping
Swallowing problemsDoes anyone else have problems swallowing? I guess that after so many years I am far from critical, taking tablets, inhalers and liquids daily. In the throat three "tubes" meet...reactions4repliesCoping
Need adviceRelative was diagnosed 5year ago with COPD after suffering from pneumonia. Started with oxygen at home for night time and a few hours during the day when needed. Now on...reactions6repliesCopingEnd StageHospice & Palliative Care
Flare Up RecoveryI recently had a major flare up. The worst one I have had since being diagnosed with COPD 4 1/2 years ago. I caught a bit of flu in late...reactions9repliesCopingFlares Exercise