Back the the ERI was back in the ER on Monday evening. My blood pressure spiked to an unbelievable 194/104. Of course the visit was for over 5 hours. I had full bloodwork...Reactions 0 reactions Comments23 repliesSide EffectsTreatmentAwareness
What are your COPD triggers?COPD exacerbations can come out of nowhere but knowing what triggered it may help you avoid one in the future. If you know what your triggers are, let us know...Reactions 0 reactions Comments26 repliesCopingTips & AdviceTriggers
Spring Cleaning, and Eclipses and Stuff!Hi, everyone, I hope you are well as we get ready here in Austin for the massive to-do over the eclipse that is going to happen this afternoon. To me...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesCoping
Latest CT scan.Not looking good. Doc said "very high risk for any intervention". AS far as I can tell, it means 1 year or less to go. The only thing that bothers...Reactions 0 reactions Comments33 repliesEnd Stage
Newly diagnosedFEV1 64%, FVC 94 with a ratio of 54 amd MMV of 67. Post bronchodilation FEV1 74%, FVC 103 with a ratio of 57. Final diagnosis- Moderate obstructive lung disease...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 replies
Plummeting oxygen levels This is my first post anywhere, my mum has end stage copd she’s been on home oxygen for a year now she’s now on it 24hrs a day and goes...Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 repliesEnd Stage
Unseen Aspects of COPDWhat is something others might not recognize or see about COPD but you want them to know?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments179 repliesAwarenessCoping
Managing COPDRight now I am looking for herbal supplements and concoctions that will help clear the congestion in my lungs. I just ordered some mullein and I am drinking breathing tea...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesBreathing
Oxygen Usage and Shortness of BreathDo you use oxygen? If so, do you still struggle with shortness of breath? How do you manage it?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments54 repliesBreathingCopingSymptoms