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Electronic cigarettes

Needing to quit smoking, though so far unsuccessful. Are electronic cigarettes less likely to continue to diminish my breathing (emphysema)? I've tried them in the past, but they make me...

talking with emphysema

Does anyone have trouble with their breathing and pressure and fatigue after talking? I was a big talker and now I can only talk for a few minutes as after...

Stage 4

What is stage 4 like for you? How can a caregiver support you? Why don’t drs say or help more? What must family understand now?...

COPD and Young People

What are some unique challenges young people face when diagnosed with COPD, and how can they best manage their condition at a younger age?...

Nose Cannula 02 Hard vs Soft

Well a few months back I noticed when changing my 02 hoses that my nose cannula insert said "7' hard". Hmm I thought, wonder if there is soft, more comfortable...

Belly Bloat and COPD

Do you suffer from belly bloat with your COPD? How do you manage? What tips can you offer others?...

Inogen in the restroom

Inogen in the restroom. I have the Inogen G5 which I carry into restaurants and other places and if I need to use the restroom, I use a "Carabiner Gear...

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COPD New Year's Resolutions!

As we approach the new year, do you have any COPD-related resolutions? If so, share them in the comments!...

What are some tips for managing COPD?

COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) can significantly affect daily life, but with proper management and healthy habits, it's possible to improve quality of life. I’ve been researching ways to optimize...

Traveling With Supplemental Oxygen

Do you have any tips for traveling with supplemental oxygen? Are there any do's and don'ts that you follow to make the journey easier?...

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