Second opinionSo I’ve been contemplating getting a second opinion on my diagnosis. I’ve been taking the prescription meds and honestly I feel the same. My issue was always ongoing nasal congestion...reactions18repliesCopingDiagnosis
Placement of tankI live in a small apartment that gets incredibly hot I've been told it's because of the big blue oxygen unit I have my first question is that true my...reactions7repliesCoping
Does this happen to everyone?In my reading of this site I have read a lot where people have had a cardiac arrest or something going on with lungs, collapsed. Is this a normal thing...reactions3repliesCopingSymptoms
I have lots of sticky phlegm especially with the cold weatherPhlegm so sticky and lots of it once I clear it.it comes back straight away .I use menthol (vick) and albas oil helps me breath.i have had a cardiac arrest...reactions3repliesCopingDepressionAwareness
The Worst Part of COPD for MeThe worse part of COPD for me is the fact that I can no longer do the things I used to be able to do. My wife and I are...reactions14repliesCoping
Moving Day UpdateJust a quick update on the move. I am currently taking a break to recharge for cleaning. The movers showed up at 8:45 AM and are now on their way...reactions9repliesCoping
COPD and Oxygen I have Copd and emphysema with chronic bronchitis,heart failure, with AF ( Aortal fibrillation) long term 24 hours a day Oxygen,I have a Bi pap machine,I use everynight because I...reactions13repliesCopingAwarenessHealthcare Team
COPD, anxiety and vanity Hi, I joined last year and haven’t participated in any discussion. I am 65, I have stage 4 emphysema ( end stage,I’ve been told), pulmonary hypertension and Factor V Leiden...reactions4repliesCoping
NewbieI am 66 and I was recently diagnosed with COPD unspecified and I cough all the time. I was also diagnosed with GERD. Is this typical? I am a former...reactions6repliesCoping
Great dayYesterday I spent the whole day with my granddaughter. She is 18 months old and a handful. We stayed outside most of the day she was such a good baby...reactions6repliesCoping