The Emotional Toll of Living With COPDEach person reading this article knows the physical symptoms of COPD and its limitations. We have all felt the strangling anxiety of not being able to catch our breath. It... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments33 comments
Aspects Of COPD You Cannot SeeHave you ever felt like you can't catch your breath, even when you're not running? This is what it's like for people living with COPD. COPD is an invisible lung... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Sleeping in a Recliner vs. a BedFrom the time I was little, I had continuous bouts of chest colds, lung infections, and pneumonia. I slept in the large bedroom my three sisters and I shared. They... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments21 comments
COPD Awareness Month: Pulling Back the CurtainDespite the obvious physical symptoms, COPD's emotional and psychological effects on patients can often be invisible. During this COPD awareness month, we'll pull back the curtain on COPD and uncover... By COPD.net Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
COPD Awareness Month 2023 Giveaway!The COPD Awareness Month 2023 Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! November is COPD Awareness Month! This year, our theme is "Pulling Back the Curtain." We want... By COPD.net Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Community Views: The Most Unexpected COPD SymptomsShortness of breath is the most common symptom of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, people with COPD quickly discover that there are many other symptoms as well. To gain... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments45 comments
What Is Pre-COPD?At least once a week, I check my sources for anything new regarding chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Sometimes, this doesn't amount to much. But sometimes, such as this morning... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
COPD and Grocery ShoppingOkay, Raise of hands here. Who among you considers going grocery shopping to be the most annoying errand ever? If you have COPD, this task can be ten times more... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments21 comments
Managing COPD Symptoms In Fall WeatherManaging the change of seasons is never easy with COPD because each season is as unique as your COPD is and brings its own surprises. Winter is cold and dry... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Reflections From My PastI have been thinking a lot lately about the past and how much I loved it—especially the 80s. I keep going back and trying to figure out what it is... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
How to Effectively Communicate With Your DoctorLet's face it, talking to a doctor or any medical person for that matter, is not easy. In fact, sometimes, it can be downright intimidating. In my opinion, doctors get... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
10 Ways to Slow the Progression of COPDChronic pulmonary obstructive disease (COPD) is often described as a disease that progresses over time. The good news is that this progression can be slowed – sometimes significantly – which... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
How to Handle Insurance Denials and LimitsFinding out that your health insurance company has denied a claim can be frustrating and complicated. Understanding what an insurance denial is and what you can do about it may... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Questions COPD Patients Have at the HospitalThere are some basic questions that everyone with COPD should know the answers to. Questions like "What is COPD?" and "What are the best treatment options?" I want to talk... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Reasons You Could Have Blood in Your Mucus When CoughingEditor's note: If you are experiencing the presence of blood in the mucus, please seek medical attention immediately for a medical evaluation and guidance. While I was on our community... By Jackie English2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What is COPD Staging?While moderating our community social media platforms, I noticed a post from one of our community members. They asked, “What is end-stage COPD, and what are some symptoms?" If I... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Questions To Ask Your Doctor After Your Diagnosis So, you’ve had that appointment. The one you were told you have a diagnosis of COPD. You’ve had time to ponder it, perhaps enough to accept and study it. Now... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
COPD CaregiversI'm not sure which is more difficult: having COPD or caring for someone who has COPD. The fact of the matter is that when someone in your family has COPD... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
DNR or AND: What You Need to KnowEditor's Note: This article discusses sensitive topics related to death, specifically end-of-life care, which may be distressing for some readers. Shortly after I was diagnosed with COPD, I developed heart... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
The Benefits of Respiratory TherapistsMy regular readers know I'm a respiratory therapist (RT). So, what exactly do we do to help people with COPD? Here's a list of seven things we do to assist... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
