FUN Christmas Prank is ONWell folks it is that time of year to do something naughty or nice. This year for me was a little of both. My family has had a rough year...reactions6repliesCopingFriends & FamilyCaregiving
Where to now ?Hello all, Firstly, I live in the UK, so I use our NHS system which I have no complaints with. The question I am curious about is that yesterday I...reactions3repliesCoping
My journey I was diagnosed with COPD in the spring of this year. I have multiple issues such as a hiatal hernia, peripheral artery disease, primary biliary cholongitis, and Barrett's esophagus ...reactions2repliesCoping
Anyone Else Have Overlap Syndrome? (COPD & Sleep Apnea)I have COPD, sleep apnea and bouts of insomnia. Just realised that there was a specific name for having both at one time. Was just wondering if anyone else has...reactions7repliesDiagnosisBreathingCoping
What tips do you have for managing stress over the holiday season?The holidays can be a stressful time, especially when managing life with COPD. Share any helpful tips for managing holiday stress with fellow community members to support them during the...reactions33replies
Depression and COPDHave you experienced depression alongside your COPD? How do you manage it?...reactions35repliesMental HealthCoping
Diagnosis Being diagnosed just this past summer, I have a question....or two. I was diagnosed with "moderate" COPD by 2 different hospitals. I do have some discomfort and slight breathing issues...reactions2replies
Rapid Heart Rate causes shortness of breathI was in the hospital all last week, because driving home from work, my heart took of pounding so hard and so fast I couldn't breathe. I had to pull...reactions3replies
COPD HobbiesDo you have a hobby that helps you cope with your COPD? Share what it is or a picture of it in the thread below!...reactions105repliesCoping
Lonely Feel very alone with my COPD looking to speak to people who have similar problems & goals...reactions11repliesCoping