Which side is more comfortable to sleep on for you?...When a person with COPD sleeps laying down which side is more comfortable to sleep on for you ? I have worked on this same theory for 3 years...Reactions0reactionsComments14 replies
Chronic bronchitis...I thought chronic bronchitis was copd and will advance slowly even if you quit smoking....Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Confused about doctor's order regarding 02 saturation...My doctor said that if my oxygen drops to below 88, and does not come back within 15 minutes I should stop walking....Reactions0reactionsComments6 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 repliesFlares SymptomsEmphysema
Decrease oxygen level when standing up and walking...Hi im new at this and i really don't know how im suppose to feel while having COPD my oxygen level decrease when i stand up and walk does...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesBreathing
What are some tips or medications that can help with advanced copd pain...I move around to do normal easy things I start coughing and the pain makes me cry but I’m 58 and don’t want to lay around all day I want...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesEmphysema
Bronchitis ...I was diagnosed with COPD about 10 years ago and it’s just now really flaring up and I really don’t know what all to expect but this mucus that’s...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBreathing
Which bronchodilator reading should I use to examine my results?...A month ago I was diagnosed with Stage 3 COPD....Reactions0reactionsComments0 replies
What is your opinion on a plus concentrator vs a continuous flow concentrator?...I have end stage (hate that name) COPD and my flow rate is 2 liters....Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Why me why so young ?...I was diagnosed with COPD at 38 years old. When I was diagnosed I didn't know much about the disease and I didn't take it seriously....Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCoping
Concentrator “Leash” Hose...Hi All: question from my sister… Her plastic concentrator cord/hose “leash” is driving her nuts with constant tangles and twists as she moves around the...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTips & Advice
Sats always dropping when moving ...She’s had copd for a few years now and seems to be worsening, she’s been on home oxygen for just over 7 months now started on 5 litres and...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesBreathing
How do you prepare for a major storm?...Hurricanes, winter storms, or other natural disasters are scary, even more so when you are also contending with COPD and rely on your power for things...Reactions0reactionsComments18 repliesTips & Advice
What does feel like when You Expectorate Sputum from your lungs | JAN 18, 2023 | HITE1955 With: ‘ Doug ‘ INOGEN one g5 | IO- 500...to me it feels good to kill wheezing and dry cough. I have had this sputum since my 3rd round of covid - 19. my pft’s will be...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesBreathingEmphysemaEnd Stage
Getting A Good Night Sleep...Unable to get a good night sleep, maybe 4/5 hours top. Any tips on ow to get a good night sleep. Thank You...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesSleep
Sick Again ...Take care all and God Bless!...Reactions0reactionsComments22 repliesCopingHealthcare Team
Does anyone have any advice for me?...Thank you and God bless....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Am I just being unrealistic?...I am married and my spouse Dan has COPD. he was told this 10 yrs ago....Reactions0reactionsComments12 repliesCaregivingEnd StageAwareness
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
Severe Depression ...I was diagnosed a little over a year ago with COPD and stage 4 emphysema. I take anti depressants and anti anxiety medication....Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesMental HealthCoping