Active todayDoes anyone have experience with hydrogen therapy as a treatment for COPD?...Dear forum friends, I am asking this question in relation to the exercabation I am currently experiencing. I was diagnosed with COPD about 12 years ago and 30 days ago...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesBreathing
Active 3 days agoCopd asthma edema in feet...Recently my feet are puffier then usual ,I'm not but seems like I get more out of breath when my feet are puffy I was recently prescribed predestone and my...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesSide Effects
How often do you change your tubing and canula?...How often do you change tubing and canula...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBreathing
My frequent exacerbations...In Florida it got so cold I got pneumonia , I never recovered and coughed till I couldn't cough anymore. I went to the doctor and went for a breathing...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesProgression
Richard ...I’ve had copd since I was young now I have severe copd. Short of breath just walking around the house...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesProgression
Medication flops...I was diagnosed 20 years ago. It's been one battle after another in the United States. Currently I have had to jump start my lungs the old fashion way. Without...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesInsurance & Disability
A gradual change of thought...I found myself in some stress this morning after letting my Great Dane out, back in, feeding her, making coffee, and returning to the computer room. A lot to accomplish...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCoping
I just had the Zephyr procedure and I am very happy with the results...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Medicine for insomniaHow...Has anyone found a solution to their problem of insomnia that doesn't interfere with breathing? I'm finding that everything I'm prescribed can possibly interfere with my breathing, so I'm becoming...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSleepBreathing
COPD Moments That Can Be Avoided and How to Prevent Them...A gallant is a person living with COPD who does everything right. While we all aspire to be gallant COPD patients, most of us have our goofus moments. Let's explore...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
At home ventilator...Is anyone using an at home non-invasive ventilator. I am stage 3 severe emphysema....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBreathingTreatment
Mary needs help sleeping...I have difficulty sleeping with copd keep waking up every two hours feeling breathless. Coughing up a lot of mucus before i can sleep again. Any helpful ideas...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesEmphysemaChronic Bronchitis
cannibud oil...Ha anyone used this and found it helpful, Just interested....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTreatment
Stage 4 copd with cf...I think I'm at the end and there is no help for me. I'm on 10 liters of oxygen my life is horrible....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesDiagnosis
Worried I have copd...What can I do if COPD shows up on a chest x ray ? I know I had signs of it a couple of years ago but coughing lately has...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesDiagnosisCopingDepression
What are the first signs of COPD?...Hi I've just had a chest x-ray & I'm worried I might have COPD can anyone advise ?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
How do I keep my spirits up?...Just in the last year, in addition to my Stage 4 COPD, I have developed a micro bacterial lung infection that has severely affected my energy, breathing and life as...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesBreathing
Don’t Fall for These COPD Myths: Here’s the Truth...As a respiratory therapist, I encounter many COPD myths. These misconceptions can mislead patients and even delay proper treatment. Let's tackle some of the most persistent ones. Maybe even a...Reactions0reactionsComments20 comments
Zephyr valve procedure ...I would appreciate hearing from your experience of having had the procedure. Both good and bad results. I'm hoping to get as much information as possible before I decide whether...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatment
Intercostal Neuralgia ...I've been having a problem with intercostal nerve pain and it can be excruciating. Has anyone else had this and what can you do for it?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesBreathing
