CopingI haven’t spoken on this site in a very long time. I am 62 and stage 4 COPD. Diagnosed 11 years ago. My lung function is 30 percent and on...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesEnd StageCoping
Family talk copingI know my health issues impact my family. They are aware of my Stage 4 COPD, Severe emphysema plus other medical conditions. I let them know my symptoms, things that...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesFriends & FamilyEnd StageCoping
lung capacity questionsHoping someone can shed some light on a few questions I have. My father, age 81 and a former long-time smoker, is suffering from end-stage COPD, emphysema, and kidney disease...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesProgressionEmphysemaEnd Stage
Trouble getting BIPAP machineMy mother is in end stage COPD and has been told that the only way for her to obtain and be set up properly for a BIPAP is to complete...Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 repliesEnd StageCostSleep
What does feel like when You Expectorate Sputum from your lungs | JAN 18, 2023 | HITE1955 With: ‘ Doug ‘ INOGEN one g5 | IO- 500to me it feels good to kill wheezing and dry cough. I have had this sputum since my 3rd round of covid - 19. my pft’s will be lower this...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesBreathingEmphysemaEnd Stage
Oxygen how much?Hi my mom sadly passed away yesterday after falling unconcious the previous morning. I am wondering if being given 3ltrs of oxygen could have been the cause. She had a...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesCopingDiagnosisEnd Stage
Loosening congestion?I am in end stage COPD. Of course, I have inhalers and use them as prescribed. I also take Musinix 2 x's a day to loosen congestion. Does anyone have...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesEnd Stage
Am I just being unrealistic?Hi, Ok I am glad to have found this sight. I am married and my spouse Dan has COPD. he was told this 10 yrs ago. He is now retired...Reactions 0 reactions Comments12 repliesEnd StageAwarenessCaregiving
A lonely journey!Hi Everyone, My mum was diagnosed with copd 20 years ago. Up until a year ago she only just started to be physically effected by it. In January this year...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesFriends & FamilyHospice & Palliative CareEnd Stage
Urgent advice is needed for our elderly mum with COPD placed on end of life medsUrgent advice is needed, especially independent medical advice, and legal regarding our elderly mum. Our mum has just turned 80 and has had COPD around 10 years, as well as...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesCaregivingEnd StageHospice & Palliative Care