What is the average life expectancy for someone with Stage 3 COPD?...For reference: FEV 1 - 42% FVC 43%....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Active todayWhat would you share with others who are newly diagnosed with COPD?...Comment your learnings, tips, resources, or (non-medical) advice here to support others going through it 💙...Reactions0reactionsComments98 replies
Has anyone had twilight sleep cataract surgery?...Anyone had the surgery with COPD? Thanks for any ideas and shared thoughts....Reactions0reactionsComments8 replies
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
I just joined...up in the 1950s and 1960s everyone smoked everywhere everyday so did my parents now and for years I have suffered with chronic bronchitis and I have COPD...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Re breathlessness ...be.i have a breathing nurse seeing me this afternoon I just can't do anything with out being so breathlessness.not been advised that I have COPD yet but...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBreathing
Diagnosed with upper lobe cance...Along with my 6-7 yr fight with copd, I’ve now been cursed with a terminal lung cancer....Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesDiagnosis
What is the difference between medical grade oxygen concentrators and ones that are sold online without requiring a prescription?...I ask as I am not yet on oxygen, and as an administrator for a COPD support group, I have seen members mention buying online, from sites like Amazon...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
What is the right hose length?...My wife was recently diagnosed with copd and has to be on O2 24/7 they gave us a 75 ft hose Ive been reading that we should have no...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
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
Cough chronic...Does anyone have any recommendations for the chronic cough associated with COPD?...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesCoping
Nose closes when i cough...Anyone else have a nasal problem associated with copd cough?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBreathing
Recent diagnosis ...Hi I recently was diagnosed with mild to moderate copd in July. I feel that my world has fallen apart. I am so anxious and depressed....Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
Breathing exercise devices...'The Breather' & 'Airphysio' etc that claim to improve breathing for COPD people. Do I invest in one & if so which one?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBreathingExerciseNewly Diagnosed
Mad at Myself...I quit smoking 35 years ago and I still have COPD because of it. My mother had it for years also and lived to be 93 but she had...Reactions0reactionsComments22 replies
Diagnosis ...Hello, I have very recently had a diagnosis of copd, it has left me reeling. I feel it was just dropped on me and then I was left....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Severe cellulitis ...I have COPD 9 years on oxygen 24/7....Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesBreathingCoping
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
