Why/how does COPD make me (almost constantly) bloated and what can I do about it?Certain foods make me bloat more. It's very quick when it happens. Also I have abdominal discomfort if pressure is applied. Any suggestions please?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
how long can this go on?My DH, age 77, has had lung cancer, in remission, and is now stage 4 copd. Just in the last month, every time he moves, his sat levels go to...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 replies
I found out that I also have emphysema, is that considered end-stage?Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
ScarringRecently had a PET scan - thankfully no cancer is shown but I have scarring. I do not see the Dr till Dec - I want to know what would...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
What else should I be doing for my COPD?I was diagnosed with COPD. I have Spiriva. Anything else I should be doing beside taking Spiriva?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 replies
I have COPD, sleep apnea, & lost both upper lobes to LC - anyone like me?Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 replies
BenDavis' DiagnosisI had asthma as a child diagnosed with sleep apnea and mild case of narcolepsy at 40 and then copd shortly after that just had a flareup recovered with prednisolone...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
Concentrator electricity usageWe have 2 EverFlow stationary oxygen concentrators running 24/7 in our home. Electricity costs are $60-70 a month. That’s about 1/3 of our total electricity usage ! Seems like a...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 replies
Targeting bad stem cellsThere is a university in Houston that has discovered bad stem cells that drive emphysema. We should apply funding there. https://uh.edu/news-events/stories/2020/april-2020/04152020-xian-mckeon-copd-lung-stem-cells-cloning.php...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 replies
Feeling lost - can anyone give me some guidance?I'm 77 and have had PTSD for 40+ years but didn't know I had late stage COPD till 4 days ago. All the Doc said was 'end stage' COPD out...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies