Copd and asthma I have just been told by my doctor nurse that i had both, to be honest didn't realise that was possible. I'm vaping now plus about five cigarettes a day...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesNewly DiagnosedTips & Advice
BronchiectasisHi everyone! I have been having asthmatic chronic bronchitis for years and just lately, I have been diagnosed to have a bronchiectasis. Any advise as to how to cope with...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Breo InhalerHi all, I've just been diagnosed as moderate stage COPD, with the Dr putting me on the Breo Inhaler, not 100% it's right for me, I have Crohn's also. What...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesSide EffectsNewly Diagnosed
Recently Diagnosed - PFT ResultsHi, first time posting. Recently diagnosed with emphysema. I started having SOB when walking up steep hills and a flight of stairs progressing to SOB when walking on flat ground...Reactions0reactionsComments16 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Inogen 3 batteryI have the Inogen g3 I’ll use on the plane in a couple of weeks. I bought the spare battery but not an external charger. I’m wondering if I charge...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTravelNewly Diagnosed
Breathing exercise devicesI'm a senior citizen recently damaged my lungs cleaning the bathroom & kitchen with a bleach cleaner. Now I'm somewhat breathless. There are some Breath improver machines around e.g. 'The...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBreathingExerciseNewly Diagnosed
Bronchieacteses & Agent OrangeMy husband was recently diagnosed with Bronchieactesis. Although I am sure that his smoking is a major cause of this disease, he also served in Vietnam and was exposed to...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesNewly Diagnosed
What am I missing that is good?I am new to this community and I am suffering with COPD. I am on Symbacort 160/80 and Pro-air breather that I use sporadicaly throughout the day. I am 66...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesNewly DiagnosedCoping
What questions should I ask at my doctor's appointment?I have been short of breath since my early 50s for no reason. After a terrible summer and early fall due to extreme shortness of breath I quit work as...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesBreathingHealthcare TeamNewly Diagnosed