The Importance of a Doctor and Others in Treating COPD...Once upon a time, back in my day, there was one doctor for everything. At that time, in my area anyway, the...reactionscomments
COPD and Hallusantions...I have Emphasema and Cronic bronchitis and I experience hallucinations. I usually experience them right before I get hospitalized. This last episode...reactions6repliesMental Health
New to COPD...Well, I have had minor breathing issues for years. Initially I thought I was out of shape, then for being overweight (I...reactions5repliesDiagnosisCoping
Treatment effectiveness...How do you know if your current inhaler is working well? Will I always feel slightly short of breath?...reactions5repliesTreatmentBreathingEmphysema
Deciphering Spirometry test results...I would like a second or even third opinion on the results of my Spirometry test. First time I took the test...reactions1replyTreatment
Forest Bathing...By definition, forest bathing is immersing yourself in nature in a mindful way. The term (shinrin-yoku) originated in Japan, acknowledging that time...reactions3comments
What has been your experience navigating the healthcare system as someone with COPD?...Have you had a positive or negative experience? Let us know in the comments below!...reactions12repliesHealthcare Team
Spirometry test...Is a test at a doctors office accurate or shout the test be done by a respiratory doctor? Thanks...reactions2repliesDiagnosisHealthcare Team
The Little Things...Standing in the kitchen and looking out the kitchen window, I feel a burst of joy. One that comes when I am...reactions13comments
Oxygen & walking...If you are put on oxygen does it help for taking a walk? What other differences does it make to your COPD?...reactions12repliesBreathingExercise
Update on Dan...Hi all, I have gotten so many replies to my last post I want to let you know we saw Dans' Pulmonary...reactions4repliesAwarenessDepressionEnd Stage
COPD PT...I'm stage four COPD, 24% capacity, on 4 litres of oxygen. My DR has referred me for pulmonary PT. Has anyone tried...reactions1replyBreathing
Trelegy for moderate Copd ...It’s so expensive. Anyone tried using it every other day with success?...reactions22repliesTreatment
Do You Have a Pet That Helps You Cope With COPD?...I do. I had two at one time (during my COPD years), Sophie and Penny. Sophie was a beautiful rescue border collie mix...reactions21comments
COPD and exercise...I really both of you but still exercise. I also would like to improve my health. But it's hard for me to...reactions2repliesBreathingCopingExercise
Preoccupied...Good afternoon, all! It's been a good few weeks since I last wrote. Time certainly goes quickly, especially when things occupy you...reactionscomments
Nebulizer...I need to purchase a nebulizer. Any recommendations?...reactions8repliesAwarenessTreatment
physical therapists...Would a physical therapist who comes to the home be a good idea for my husband who will not exercise? I feel...reactions5repliesCopingExerciseEnd Stage
Covid vaccine anybody?...How many on the board have had the vaccine? Did you have any side-effects? I’m still trying to decide what to do...reactions20repliesCopingTips & Advice
Am I just being unrealistic?...Hi, Ok I am glad to have found this sight. I am married and my spouse Dan has COPD. he was told...reactions12repliesAwarenessCaregivingEnd Stage
