What constitutes an exacerbation?...I'm 72, diagnosed with Stage 3 COPD. If I get short of breath during a walk, and need to stop for 2-3 minutes, does that constitute an exacerbation?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
What next?...I'm a 68 y/o male and have had COPD for a few years. I had an exacerbation in 2018 that cleared up very well. That's when I quit smoking....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesEmphysemaBreathingFlares
Cold oxygen into warm nostrils...I have been experiencing running problems while using oxygen thru a cannula. Very annoying!!!! That is running nose as opposed to running. Help...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBreathingPulmonary RehabilitationTips & Advice
Pain...Is this normal with COPD or is something else going on?...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesSymptoms
Has anyone used a phone app to help with COPD management?...Has anyone used apps to track their daily systems? I found one in the App Store, it asks you daily questions, medication you take and you can even be connected...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Any suggestions on seeing a dentist with severe COPD and emphysema?...Are there dentists that will help with COPD patients?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesHealthcare TeamTips & Advice
What causes a quick drop in O2 levels?...My husband has chronic COPD for the past four years+ numerous trips to hospital, on O2 24-7 at home and many meds....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Breathing...Hi folks, my wife suffers from COPD. and recently had an excacerbation, after the Steroids ect, she was prescribed Carbocistiene which seems to help....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBreathing
Depression ...I have had copd for a while I am at stage 3. I feel frighten. My depression has really hit hard for many months....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesDepression
Ativan ...I have end stage COPD and anxiety. My doctor prescribed .5mg Ativan when I'm feeling anxious but I've read it slows down breathing....Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesBreathing
Disability...Does anyone know if the military will accept COPD as a disability? to add to my other problems from a source we call Agent Orange....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesInsurance & Disability
Stem cell treatment ...I am interested in peoples experiences with the Stem cell treatment for COPD. I am in Stage 4, Emphysema and would appreciate any feedback....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Do you think the higher CO2 levels in our atmosphere due to climate change affects your COPD?...Does it affect our lungs to balance our O2 and CO2 levels.....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesWeather
exercise...But compare that effort to the option of getting sicker and weaker with COPD....Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
I’ve been on the sick now with my copd 20 weeks...I know my copd is my own fault because I’m a smoker I think what will become of us with no income coming in and I feel so alone...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTips & Advice
Had copd for 8 years feeling really low all the time...As anyone suffered from extreme sweating all night Feeling low Really bad anxiety every time I try to speak to a doctor they just say I don’t know his cause...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCopingChronic Bronchitis
Does anyone else have problems exercising?...COPD and exercise - does anyone have problems with this? I get out of breath putting away groceries, making a bed - not much endurance....Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
What tips do you have for managing stress over the holiday season?...The holidays can be a stressful time, especially when managing life with COPD....Reactions0reactionsComments28 replies
Coping...Thanks to your newsletter and FB I have learned from others that what I am going through with COPD is not unusual....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
