This Guy Named TedThere was this guy that lived in the neighborhood I grew up in. I don't want to tell you his real name. So, for the sake of this article, I... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD and Liver Disease - Could One Be Causing the Other?Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency is a condition that may result in serious lung disease in adults and/or liver disease in infants, children, or adults. This condition is passed on from parents... By Jackie English2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Taking Control of StressStress is my enemy. It can wreck my day, make my heart race, and take my breath away. How those of us with COPD handle stress impacts our daily life. It can make... By Becky Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Comfort and Life With COPDIt has taken me a very long time to find my comfort level living with COPD. I am still working on some issues that give me a great deal of... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Disturbed SleepHave you noticed any change in your sleep pattern and how you get comfortable? I have noticed a lot of change. No longer do I sleep on my back, and... By Debz Borge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Things People SayI’m sure most of us are familiar with the term "invisible illness." This is a term for medical conditions that are not physically obvious but are life-changing. They can range... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments22 comments
Exercise for Quality of LifePre-COPD, I had always led a fairly active life. Up until about ten years ago, I snow skied, hiked, gardened, and worked lots of hours. As this disease progressed, I... By Becky Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Experiencing COPDUnderstanding COPD cannot be done unless you live it. That is really true of any illness. True understanding comes from experiencing daily life with the symptoms, particularly the worst days... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments26 comments
You Have Alpha-1, Now What? Diet and Exercise (Part 3 of 3)Editor's note: This is part 3 of a 3-part series. Be sure to check out part 1 and part 2! When I was first diagnosed with Alpha-1, I was still working... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Changing Medications and the Effects on COPD SufferersI needed a new doctor after moving. When we arrived in the UK, we registered at the local GP's surgery and I got an appointment to see her really quickly. This... By Liana Collet2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
The Shiny Side UpJust like working through the different stages after any traumatic event in life, how we deal with a COPD diagnosis is different for everyone. Going on 7 years living with... By Jeff Collings2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Long-Term Oxygen Use and COPDLong-term oxygen therapy (LTOT) is a treatment option for some people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This lasting lung illness can hinder airflow and result in low oxygen levels... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Planning for SpringtimeIt happened last week and it is going to happen again next week. What a difference it made for everyone’s mental and emotional health. Well, I should have known because... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Diagnosed With Alpha-1, Now What? (Part 2 of 3)Editor's note: This is part 2 of a 3-part series. Check out part 1 and part 3! When I was first diagnosed, I felt so lonely. Not that my family... By Jackie English2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Lessons Learned in COPD ManagementCOPD comes with many symptoms, not just shortness of breath. It took some time to figure this out, learn which ones affect me, and how to manage them. I feel... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Spinning in Circles With COPD?It is inevitable that your life will change after being diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). You may have chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or both, and those conditions fall within... By American Lung Association4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
On Wearing a BraMen can’t really know the pain and discomfort of wearing a bra. From the time I was a child, I could never find a bra that fit properly or was... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments74 comments
Learning How Other Countries Work With MedicationI wanted to share with you how different each country can be regarding how we get our medication. Reading through the articles and comments that are published on this really... By Debz Borge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Learning to SurfJeff combats his anxiety by being overprepared for his doctor's appointments. Tips include making lists and getting clothes, prescriptions, and journals ready the night before. What about you? How... By Jeff Collings1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Happiness TriggersWe are always talking about triggers. I’ve spent hours in discussion about what sets off my COPD symptoms, what I am sensitive to, and what I should avoid. We discuss... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments23 comments