Setting BoundariesProbably the most valuable thing I have learned as an adult is the incredible importance of boundary setting, both when it comes to my health, and in my personal and...reactions13comments
Your ValueSome of the things that I enjoy most on Facebook are the inspirations and quotes that people post. Some are funny, some not so much, some might even reach out...reactions4comments
Lung Volume Reduction Surgery (LVRS)As you may already know, lung volume reduction surgery is an operation that may be available for patients with severe emphysema where COPD has damaged lung tissue to the point...reactions5comments
Effects of Bloat on COPDHave you noticed that the effects of 'bloat' don’t normally bother you in morning or afternoons? My symptoms of bloat and COPD were traceable. I was OK in the morning...reactions14comments
Keep ReadingI read. All the time. My whole family read quite a bit when we were kids. Mostly because my Dad forbade television watching on a school night. “Read a book!”...reactions8comments
Do I have COPD?Yes, this idea has been bandied about by my doctors. In fact, my Internist actually wrote COPD as my diagnosis in my chart following one of my visits. But, I...reactions5comments
How Healthy is the Air You Breathe?There is still so much we don't understand about COPD. But we do know there are some specific risk factors, both for developing COPD and for your health stability once...reactionscomments
The Definition of COPD Is ChangingThe definition of COPD is changing. This is good news, in a way. It kind of forces us to keep up on our COPD research. It keeps us on our...reactionscomments
The Better Breathers ClubIf you’re fortunate to have attended a meeting of a COPD support group, I think you’ll agree – they are wonderful. They are good for the spirit and the soul...reactions5comments
The Feeling of a COPD DiagnosisShort of having cancer, a diagnosis of COPD is probably one of the most devastating things that could happen to you. COPD is a slow, progressive disease that will become worse...reactions2comments
Travel EssentialsTraveling can be a stressful time for anyone. Having COPD and preparing to travel can seem like an impossible task. Not to mention the possibility of encountering the plethora of...reactions12comments
Avoiding Fragrances, In the Workplace and Out Part 2For more on this topic, see part 1. One of the most visited places that people struggle with are the local stores. This is because of the chemicals used to...reactions2comments
Super Charging Your Pulmonary Rehabilitation!Pulmonary rehabilitation is well accepted as a way for COPD patients to improve their quality of life. In this article I’m going to share my tips in getting the most...reactions16comments
Survival Mode and Incontinence EffectsIt was about 7 am, lightly snowing, and still very dark outside. I needed to be sure that I got to work early because I didn’t want my co-workers and...reactions87comments
Sometimes Doctors Don’t Know And Take Stabs In The DarkSometimes you present to your doctor with a complaint. You are experiencing symptoms. And you tell your doctor these symptoms. And the doctor has no clue what’s wrong with you...reactionscomments
Treatment For Early Stage COPDThere are 4 stages of COPD. Stages 1 and 2 are the "Early Stages." Many people in these early stages are undiagnosed. Many feel no symptoms at all. But, studies...reactionscomments
What’s Your Hobby?Anyone with any sort of breathing problems and/or lung disease know that some days are just HARD. Using up all of our energy to breathe leaves very little left for...reactions33comments
How to Tell if You're Getting Enough OxygenWhen you have COPD, feeling like you can't catch your breath is quite common. You feel that way partly because you're not getting enough oxygen. But, besides the breathlessness, there...reactions24comments
Common COPD TriggersTriggers are things that cause flare-ups. They are usually things outside your body or the environment around you. Although they can also be things occurring inside your body. Some triggers...reactions16comments
COPD Anxieties: Financial StressIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing a physical illness like COPD and its side effects. Phrases in quotes are the words of our community members...reactions21comments