tips and advice...I do have an idea of cost but i do not know if extra things would be needed....Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesTips & Advice
recent hospital visit...I also wanted to add to my earlier comments that I found it strange to be in the hospital for something other than breathing issues, I was not used...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Living/Dying with COPD...I mean, we can no longer really live anymore,we know it's never going to get better or be alright, can't do anything but wait for death...why prolong our...Reactions0reactionsComments27 repliesCoping
Preparedness for storm situations....I have albuterol inhalers that help so as far as being ready I am as ready as I can be....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Portable Oxygen turned all the way up...Should that be happening with her oxegyn all the way up? Her doctor didn’t really tell her why this is all the sudden happening....Reactions0reactionsComments13 repliesBreathing
CBD Oil Treatment for COPD...Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. L. Fetters...Reactions0reactionsComments84 replies
How do I answer "will you be alright"?...Hi, I was just asked if I would be alright after telling someone I have severe COPD. I didn't know how to answer that....Reactions0reactionsComments16 replies
Bnp bloodwork...Chest xray clear so why would this level be abnormal?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
What was your COPD diagnosis process like?...Getting a COPD diagnosis can be a scary thing. It helps to know you're not the only one who's going (or already went) through it!...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Sharp chest pain...I was thinking that maybe steroids but that would only be helpful if there is some infection. Thanks...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Has anyone used a phone app to help with COPD management?...I found one in the App Store, it asks you daily questions, medication you take and you can even be connected to your doctors....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Should I be alarmed about droplets in the tubing through oxygen cylinder?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Is it better to be active while in pain even if I have to take a pill?...I seem to hurt all the time in my ribs and back, and sometimes in my chest, mainly when I am having trouble breathing. Does everyone have that problem? I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
When should a bullectomy be performed?...Is there a size that is considered to be the cut off?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
SSRI for anxiety for COPD ?...Is this medication something that can be helpful for COPD?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesMental Health
Hopeless...Nothing can be done except to take my meds. I guess I have given up on hope. I just muddle along and pray a lot....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesMental HealthCoping
physical therapists...Would a physical therapist who comes to the home be a good idea for my husband who will not exercise?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCopingExerciseEnd Stage
Palliative Care Form...I thought it was going to be more of how to deal with COPD. What it was is to complete an POLST form-Physician Order for Life Sustaining Treatment....Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
COPD ...learning more about any information that can help me stay as healthy as I am now I also do a lot of praying I’m so great full I don’t feel...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesAwareness