Not Only My Lungs Part IIDid you know that COPD affects more than your lungs? I was not ready for that tidbit of information after I was diagnosed (I am currently at stage 3). I...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD & Marijuana Smoking: Harmful or Beneficial?Marijuana legalization is sweeping the country these days. Several states enacted legislation in the last Presidential election year to legalize recreational marijuana. I recently moved to a state where both...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
What Does It Mean?We know that scents can really affect our breathing and our COPD. So, we buy the “free” product, which is supposed to be scent-free. Why is it that one time...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Getting Diagnosed with COPDGetting diagnosed with COPD is usually not a sudden thing. I can remember sitting in the living room of my mom’s house when I was a young adult (and a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Invisible IllnessNo, invisible illness isn’t the name of a disease. The term "invisible illness" represents any chronic illness or disease that a person has that is not seen by the human...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Not Only My Lungs Part IA comorbidity is a disease or condition that exists along with the primary disease a patient has, like COPD. Sometimes they are related, or the symptoms are similar, or they...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Sharing my COPD Journey!For those of you who don’t know me, I’d like to use my first article for COPD.net to introduce myself and how I arrived at this point. My FEV1 (forced...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Five Ways to Fight COPD FatigueIf you have COPD, then you know fatigue is one of the symptoms that is hardest to battle. In fact, fatigue is the main non-respiratory symptom associated with COPD. It...Reactions0reactionsComments36 comments
Why?The other day, when I was physically down, I asked myself again, “why can’t I get anything done?” It hit me emotionally as well. I have so much energy on...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Causes and Treatment for Hyperinflated Lungs with COPDIt was shocking to hear the diagnosis of COPD. We always thought mom’s pain was from her gall bladder surgery, so the news about lung pain was a relief in...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Lonely DaysA couple of days ago, my husband’s son and our daughter-in-law came by. We had a great visit. Last night, my husband said that I should write a story about...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips for Dealing With Summertime COPD TriggersAh... summertime... It's a wonderful time of the year, with warm temperatures, fun times with family and friends and perhaps even the opportunity to travel. However, it can also be...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Accepting LimitationsA big topic of conversation frequently seems to be on weight. It seems easier to help others with their struggles, yet more difficult to deal with my own. Is it...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Bucket ListEver since I saw the movie “Bucket List”, I felt good. I felt hope and excitement. I get excited easily it seems, but hey, we have to take whatever we...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
7 Tips To Help You Deal With COPDSo, you have COPD. Now what? Here are seven tips to help you right now deal with this disease. You make choices. You decide whether or not you are going...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Change and the Concerns that Come with ItFor the vast majority of my adult life, I have worked in a heavy industrial field, both in the petrochemical field as well as the oil and gas field. For...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hobbies, Crafts and COPDGetting the COPD diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Each person copes with this in his/her own way. I went numb with my diagnosis. Do you remember yours? I’ve found that I...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Diaries Aren't Just for Kids!Journaling can be very therapeutic for anyone. When it comes to managing COPD, keeping a diary/journal is very important. Different from a regular diary, a COPD diary is one that...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Managing Emotions with COPDMom was an emotional powerhouse. She had a quick smile, and burst into laughter easily. Because she had strong emotions, they could also be overwhelming, especially if she became discouraged...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Humidity and COPD The high humidity in our home state make life hard for people who have symptoms of lung problem. My mom never thought of moving away, but I know that the summer...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments