Smoking...I have COPD but I continue to smoke. Sounds crazy, but I chose to smoke....Reactions0reactionsComments19 replies
Does anyone else here have overlap syndrome (COPD and sleep apnea)?...I suffer from COPD and sleep apnea which is classified as "overlap". Does anyone out there have the same condition?...Reactions0reactionsComments9 replies
Getting Diagnosis ...How long did it take to get a diagnosis of COPD? My doctors can not agree....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
Should I ask my pulmonologist about my stage?...My pulmonary doctor has not advised me of the Stage of my COPD, should I ask?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Being grateful can be difficult....What are you grateful for despite your COPD diagnosis?...Reactions0reactionsComments22 repliesDiagnosisCopingMental Health
Can COPD cause a person to sweat while sleeping?...Sometimes I wake up with a very damp t-shirt and the sheets are very wet from my sweat....Reactions0reactionsComments16 replies
Which type of humidifier is best for COPD patients?...What type of humidifiers are people with COPD using, warm or cool air? Which do you like better and why? Just wanting some input before purchasing....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Does anyone have chronic abdominal pain due to COPD?...I am in pain daily, hurts when I exhale. The intensity changes but the pain is always there....Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Mr...Turned 71 today made it another year not giving up.Feel my copd alittle worse as each passes....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
The Need for New Biological Targets...While multiple medications under development for COPD are focusing on the inflammatory pathways, they are not expected to reverse the lung damage....Reactions0reactionsComments0 replies
How do I use a spirometer?...What target number should I try to hit? I have looked online and could not find anything. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
lung stints...Has anyone had those stints put into their lungs for copd and if so do they work?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBreathing
Experiencing Dry or Stuffy Nose on Supplemental Oxygen for COPD...What remedies or strategies have you found helpful in alleviating the dryness or congestion?...Reactions0reactionsComments17 repliesTips & AdviceBreathing
Welcome to the Memory Wall...It may take time to be able to share about a loved one you’ve lost, but if and when you would like Reactions0reactionsComments18 repliesCoping
Newly Diagnosed...My doctor thinks it is because growing up I was around smokers. I don't know. All I know is I have...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Can I still have COPD with a normal chest CT scan?...Does I have COPD with Normal Chest CT Scan Show?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
what is an exaberation...i am new on this site.i am 68 years old and i have been told i have COPD....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesFlares
Anxiety ...Is this something that is helpful for these problems with COPD ?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingMental Health
