Exacerbation Hospitalization Oh Boy ...When I last updated her in mid October I swear I was feeling pretty good. That only lasted a few days from the post and up Ambulance was at my...reactions3repliesCopingAwareness
Ozono...I'm sorry but my native language is Spanish and I will use Google Translate I just joined the page and there are words that I don't understand and I don't...reactions2replies
More like fee and time-suck fatigue...I have 3 eye doctors, a pulmonologist, cardiologist, a primary, and an ENT and dermatologist in the wings. Probably bone doc before long. I am tired of what feels like...reactions6replies
doctors - lost somewhere?...I used the words "you are joking" previously. I had a blood test on 16th September and received a letter from the doctor dated 30th September asking me to book...reactions1reply
Orkney...Hi. I'm 72 and was diagnosed with Emphysema about 10 years ago. It has gotten a lot worse over that time. I also have Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, the itchy kind, and...reactions1reply
Cindys Story...I watched a Lady die from this, but she would not quit smoking. I always thought to myself I would never have to worry about this as I never smoked...reactions1reply
A Couple of Life's Precious Moments...This past weekend I had a couple of Life's Precious Moments. My wife and I typically get our two grandsons (7 and 3 1/2) on Fridays to give the parents...reactions8repliesMental HealthFriends & Family
using nebuliser...My husban has very severe copd and pneumonia and lots of excaberatiins a. hospital stays. When in hospital given enbuliser which helps gett mucus up. He now struggle to do...reactions7repliesTreatment
zephyr valves...At what point in my illness are surgical valves considered to be an option?...reactions1reply
Breathing...I am reluctant to have a shower, as even the slightest amount of steam has me so out of Breath that I have sit down and start t try and...reactions3repliesBreathing
Who is driving with tanks?...Anyone loading tanks in and out of your car so you can drive?...reactions1replyCoping
The Race that is Set Before Us...What started as an attempt to cultivate some self-care on a balmy Saturday in my new home state of Florida turned into a deep reflection of how we measure progress...reactionscomments
Nasal Discomfort...What tricks or remedies have worked for you to ease runny noses or nasal discomfort alongside your COPD?...reactions54replies
COPD and Runny Noses...Do you have sinus problems or a runny nose along with COPD? The symptoms might seem unrelated. But over time, inflammation can damage the cilia in your nose and cause...reactions8comments
COPD and cold weather...Now that the weather is getting colder here in the UK now, does it affect my COPD? At the moment, I am finding that I am getting quite Breathless. Is...reactions1reply
Need some tips for managing at home ...Hi all 😊 I was recently diagnosed with the chronic bronchitis part of COPD and it’s hit so hard so quick! I’m exhausted after doing little things and small tasks...reactions3repliesCoping
Gas and Electric Appliances ??? ...I’m confused. As my sisters caregiver, I have to be careful and smart for her. I made a mistake of buying a new gas stove; now she can’t cook! But...reactions1reply
Breat sensitivity...This is a little awkward for me to ask. ( being a man ) But has anyone heard of or experienced their meds causing Breast Sensitivity? I am on both...reactions3repliesSide Effects
What excersize can I do to help me walk farther without getting tired and out of breath?...I have been using a treadmill to try to walk farther without getting fatigued and out of breath. But it hasn't helped much. What else can I do?...reactions3repliesBreathing
I’m just having the blues...I have tried for years to keep optimistic with my COPD. I have exercised, drink lots of water, watched that I eat nutritional foods and really limit any junk. Take...reactions11repliesCopingDepression
