Slowing COPD ProgressionWhat are some things you do or have found helpful to slow your COPD's progression?...Reactions0reactionsComments30 repliesCopingTips & Advice
stiffness in chestI have a tightness in between my breast bone when breathing in other times I feel like I am wearing a brick when I bend. I was diagnosed last year...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTips & AdviceSide Effects
Shopping With COPDDo you find shopping challenging? Do you have a preference for purchasing online or shopping in physical stores?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTips & AdviceCoping
What are your COPD triggers?COPD exacerbations can come out of nowhere but knowing what triggered it may help you avoid one in the future. If you know what your triggers are, let us know...Reactions0reactionsComments28 repliesCopingTips & AdviceTriggers
So much heavy, thick mucus!I need help with extremely thick phlegm. Do certain foods/drinks cause this? Is there any way to break it up, any way to get rid of it without “choking to...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSymptomsBreathingTips & Advice
Recommendations for portable oxygenI am seeing many ads for different portable oxygen. I'm wondering if anyone knows the advantage and disadvantages of them and which have you found the best....Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTips & Advice
Mobility Aids for COPDHave you used a mobility aid (walker, scooter, cane, etc.) in your COPD journey? Has it been helpful?...Reactions0reactionsComments37 repliesCopingTips & Advice
tips to manage copdI'm on 6 lpm and have become lazy. I'm always sleepy too.so if I'm not on my pc I'm sleep in my lay back computer chair. It's frustrating to go...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTips & AdviceExerciseSleep
COPD and cataract surgeryI am having cataract surgery. I cough a lot and deeply to bring up mucus.I am afraid the coughing will effect my eyes after surgery. Has anyone had experience with...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesCopingSymptomsTips & Advice
Help caring for someone with COPDHi All, my mother (73) was diagnosed many years ago with COPD and it had been completely manageable however, 3 years ago my mum contracted COVID whilst in hospital which...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCopingCaregivingTips & Advice