Finding Hope and Making Peace With COPDGetting that diagnosis of COPD and then living with its effects is no joke. The way it interferes with everyday life, your...reactions2comments
Take the Managing Treatment and Medication SurveyThe Managing Treatment and Medication Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Treatment is a big part of managing a...reactionscomments
Organizing Medications for COPDMom wanted to remain as independent as possible. She enjoyed having our support, but didn’t want to be a burden. The first...reactions2comments
Four Things All COPD Patients Should HaveThere are 15 million people in the U.S. with a diagnosis of COPD. Each one experiences this disease in unique ways. Some...reactions17comments
COPD And My Medication ManagementAs the discharge nurse was going over my meds, I was anticipating explaining all of this to the pharmacist. Since being diagnosed...reactionscomments
Medication ManagementIf you have COPD, you will most likely already have an arsenal of tools at your disposal on a daily basis to...reactionscomments
10 Tips For Managing COPDCOPD is a chronic disease. This means it’s always there. However, the progression of the disease can be slowed, and symptoms can...reactionscomments
What COPD Is NotThere are diseases that may mimic COPD. A wrong diagnosis may lead to the wrong treatment. So, here is what COPD is...reactions2comments
So, What IS COPD Anyway?I thought it would be neat to take a step back and review the term COPD. We know it means Chronic Obstructive...reactionscomments
COPD MythsMuch like any disease (or anything really) out there, there are many myths that surround it. There are also a lot of...reactions7comments
10 Things Not To Say To Someone With COPDHere are ten things not to say to someone living with COPD. (Followed by what a person with COPD might say in...reactions21comments
COPD Myths Debunked: Separating Fact from Fiction on Causes, Symptoms, and Effective TreatmentAs a respiratory therapist, I encounter many COPD myths. These misconceptions can mislead patients and even delay proper treatment. Let's tackle some...reactions34comments
How COPD Affects Every Aspect of LifeWe recently asked our COPD community on Facebook if there were any symptoms that took them by surprise. Many respondents answered that...reactions23comments
Why Does COPD Cause Fatigue? What’s The Solution? Researchers are studying our disease over time. They now understand that many people in our community suffer from weight loss and fatigue...reactions28comments
More Than a Feeling: Tired vs COPD TiredSometimes the word tired just doesn’t cut it when it comes to COPD. Although symptoms can vary from person to person, many...reactions126comments
Fatigue: The Silent SymptomWhile dyspnea (labored or shortness of breath) is often the most experienced and most recognized symptom of COPD, fatigue, or lack of...reactions16comments
How to Spot a Bad Doctor: Signs You Need a New PhysicianWhat do you call a doctor who barely passed his medical exam? You call him doctor. I am sure that some of...reactions37comments
Six Steps To Finding A Great DoctorSome people think that if you’re healthy, any doctor will do. Right? If you have a chronic lung disease like COPD, you’ll...reactionscomments
Finding the Right COPD Doctor: A Guide for CaregiversFinding the right doctor can make a huge difference in your loved one's care. A doctor who is passive may not push...reactions8comments
The Unspoken Struggles and Everyday Frustrations of Living with COPDLiving with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) presents a unique set of challenges that extend far beyond the well-known symptom of breathlessness...reactionscomments
