Chest tightnessI recently started experiencing chest tightness-no shortness of breath or wheezing-just tightness. Any insight as to why and what might help to relieve the tightness?...reactions10replies
KathyHi please can you tell me if I should be taking Anoro , every day . I am putting on so much weight! The dr said I should be. doing...reactions1reply
Oxygen levels I hear people talk about doctors telling them what their oxygen levels should be . This level is when you are not active , right ? Also can a RT...reactions9repliesBreathing
What are your tips for finding a specialist?Have you found a good pulmonologist, respiratory therapist or other specialist? Share your tips with fellow community members! If you haven’t found a good specialist, what challenges have you faced?...reactions23replies
Just got diagnosed with COPDI go in to my primary doctor hopefully tomorrow since I just got told in ER today I have COPD.I wondering if any of e has any suggestions on how...reactions6replies
tips on manageing COPDJust need to know more about how to manage COPD, was not told a lot by the Dr. I have an inhaler, and do breathing treatments sometime. Thanks...reactions7repliesBreathingExerciseDiet & Nutrition
Pulse OximetersDo finger pulse oximeters give accurate readings when you are walking . I heard the wrist oximeters didn't and weren't certified by govt. agencies....reactions4repliesAwareness
Is a Pelonis heater safe around 3lb. supplemental oxygen?I need to know soon because heating season almost upon us and we have always used natural gas for heat. Our (grown) children are using everything they can to force...reactions3repliesTips & Advice
newly diagnosed (near Mild)good day I am newly diagnosed with COPD i am 47 turning 48 years old, Former smoker, i stop smoking about 12 years ago, I am takign respimat as instructed...reactions2repliesDiagnosisNewly Diagnosed
help with if my breathing will get bettergoing for a chest xray next week i have good days and bad days sleeping is the worse. i quit smoking 8 days ago so far so good...reactions5repliesNewly DiagnosedTreatmentCoping