How do you feel about going in public with O2 ?...I am diagnosed with COPD and was told last week to now go to continuous 24/7 oxygen....Reactions0reactionsComments14 replies
Does anyone have clinical trial information?...If anyone has any information regarding clinical trials for COPD my husband and I are interested. Thank you....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Does your pulse ox drop drastically from COPD?...Lately, I have been sleeping and I wake up finding it very hard to breathe. I am on oxygen all of the time. I keep a pulse oximeter by my...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBreathing
Existing COPD and now positive with the RSV...It has been a living nightmare that won't stop. Spent 2 days in the ICU last year on a vent.. Yes i have the Alpha-1 gene. It . Lung screens...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesBreathing
Is anyone using FECO as a treatment?...Has anyone heard of or is using FECO (full extract cannabis oil) for COPD? I've been reading about it....Reactions0reactionsComments9 replies
Does COPD get worse in the evening hours?...My dad is stage 3 and says he can't breath well after about 7pm. Is this normal? My mom was his caretaker and she passed away. He is 83 and...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Odd symptom...Since my COPD has progressed I have noticed an increase in burps. Was wondering if anyone else has experienced this....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesAwareness
only me...Then watch their rendition of the old Y.M.C.A The link starts with Muppet Show which is good in its own right....Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCoping
Why do doctors not understand rib cramps?...My regular Doctor and my Pulm. neither one will acknowledge that rib cramps are a part of COPD. WHY?...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
Full of Air...I am a retired 72 year old female diagnosed with COPD in 2004....Reactions0reactionsComments17 repliesBreathing
Runny Nose and Sneezing...I am sure it will be helpful to me dealing with my COPD. I have a question....Reactions0reactionsComments36 repliesSymptoms
Are low-grade fevers normal with COPD?...I still don't know all of the little surprises this COPD brings with it....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
How are the stages of COPD figured?...So I am his cook and pharmacy. I am on oxygen 24/7, use a nebulizer, trelegy and a rescue inhaler....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCoping
What's the treatment for stage 1 COPD?...Treatment for early stage1 copd...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Are there shampoos those with COPD prefer?...I have problems breathing after I shampoo my hair....Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Answers FINALLY! Since July...Edema, yes COPD can cause edema, got BAD - on water pills and now wound care for that, how long, well until it is all healed up....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCopingAwareness
Has anyone tried CBD?...CBD for COPD treatment I'm following the pulmonologist's instructions until I have the chance to talk to him directly and get his reasoning....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Does anybody else get really tired?...Hi.o am 65yrs old recently diagnosed copd, trying to quit cigs hard after 40yrs of doing it. does anybody else get really tired?...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
What are your Hobbies?...I know a lot of us spend a lot of time indoors and having something fun to do and keep one's mind fresh is a great way to relax and...Reactions0reactionsComments73 repliesCopingMental Health
Does anyone exercise without supplemental oxygen?...My Mom has COPD... it is so frustrating because she refuses to use any oxygen outside her home....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies