PrednisoneI have copd and just started a course of prednisone: 40 mg for 7 days, then 30 mg/7 days, 20 mg/7 days, 10 mg/7 days, 5 mg/7 days. I have...Reactions 0 reactions Comments15 replies
Opiates and copdWhen I was in ICU a few years ago I was given morphine on a regular basis to help me breath better. I know its not ethical for a Dr...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 replies
COPD with attendant FibromyalgiaPlease feel free to tell me again how well exercise works so great when you are living with this combo. I can manage isometrics and that's about all....Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
What does my prognosis look like with chronic bronchitis?I have chronic bronchitis. I had breathing problem from last many months. I used to smoke till last year. I thought the break problem is because of the smoking and...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 replies
new-drugs-aim-disarm-immune-system-s-atomic-bomb-cellshttps://www.sciencemag.org/news/2020/03/new-drugs-aim-disarm-immune-system-s-atomic-bomb-cells Interfering with neutrophils is an audacious idea. Neutrophils make up some 70% of the white cells in blood, with billions spawned every day by stem cells nestled in the...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Has anyone had experience with AlphaID?I found a web page for AlphaID that advertises a free test to determine if a person with COPD has alpha1-antitrypsin deficiency. I'm naturally skeptical of anyone offering anything for...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 replies
With all of my treatment, why can't I breathe?My problem is I have emphysema. I was told from the visiting nurse they are clear of wheezing and that type of thing and my upper lobes are affected. But...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
How to prevent face lines from oxygen tubes?I recently started using oxygen at night and when I wake up in the morning I have lines embedded in my cheeks from the oxygen tubes. I sleep on my...Reactions 0 reactions Comments15 replies
Looseing weight very fastWhat can I do? My wright is shopping so fast....Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Inflammasome Pathway Linked to MS and Diseases of Aging Has an ‘Off’ Switchhttps://multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/news-posts/2020/02/07/molecular-switch-reverses-chronic-inflammation-and-aging/ “I think this finding has very important implications in treating major human chronic diseases,” Chen said. “I think it’s more urgent than ever to understand the reversibility of aging-related...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies