InflammationCopd is a inflammation disease now is there anything else that I can do to help myself with this problem and I'm very aware of our medication helps with this...reactions3repliesAwarenessCoping
What are some tips when you feel pain in your ribs and chest I have a lot of pain in my ribs and chest. Can't seem to find any relief...reactions30replies
COPD diagnosed but no wheezing or congestionI have been diagnosed with COPD. Had a PFT and have been given albuteral and fluctisone inhalers. What I am curious about is; I don't seem to have lung issues...reactions5repliesSymptoms
CT ScanI had a follow up CT scan on December 12th. I got a call from my pulmonologist's office yesterday with the results. I was told, and I quote, " There...reactions6repliesTreatmentDiagnosis
I ignored a flare-up and paid the price. About 3 years ago I had a COPD flare up. My symptoms were a 99° fever, fatigue, chest congestion, Etc. I did not take time out to go to the...reactions5replies
Another Fun Learning DaySo, I started down a new trail today with my ENT (Ear, Nose, & Throat) Doctor, and I learned a lot. My hearing got tested first. I kind of already...reactions47repliesDiagnosis
breathing problems after COVIDI am 33s man. I was smoking occasionally between 20-27s. I practiced sport until I was 30 years old (triathlon). After COVID in 2021 I felt that my physical capacity...reactions7repliesDiagnosisBreathingSymptoms
Diagnosed via ct scan last week with extensive emphysemaHi all, so last week after being admitted to hospital with strep pnuemonia and lung fungus I was diagnosed with extensive pulmonary emphysema…… I’m terrified of what the future holds...reactions15replies
Being apart of the copd community When I was first diagnosed with COPD I had no clue about what was going to happen to me and I definitely want to learn all I can about this...reactions4replies
DietHaving lived with COPD for 5 years and six trips to ICU I decided to do something about it and not accept the usual answer that you must live with...reactions1replyDiet & Nutrition