Is it time for me to use a nebulizer?...I'm diagnosed with moderately severe COPD. My main complaint is insomnia and chronic fatigue....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Connecting with other...Hi all I don't come on here often but really need to connect with other I do isolate from people and its no good that I do this...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Out patient surgery? Zephyr Valve treatment...It sounds like a dream...I have Sever COPD and server to moderate emphysema and was just approved for this procedure....Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesEmphysemaAwarenessBreathing
Hi, new here, my PC diagnosed me last week...I had got a cold that just wouldn't quit and it really shined a spotlight on lots of little things I was ignoring as getting older, allergies, low energy...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesDiagnosis
Long lung but told I’m fine (?)...Is it possible to have long lung even if you don’t have emphysema or any other form of COPD?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Prednisone...I have copd and just started a course of prednisone: 40 mg for 7 days, then 30 mg/7 days, 20 mg/7 days, 10 mg/7 days, 5 mg/7 days....Reactions0reactionsComments18 replies
I learned something new for when the power goes out!...Good luck all!...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Wrist oxmieter...I was just at COPD10 and there's one that will be available in the US sometime relatively soon....Reactions0reactionsComments16 replies
Structural Airway Characteristics as Risk Factors for Persistent Chronic Bronchi...Structural Airway Characteristics as Risk Factors for Persistent Chronic Bronchitis https://www.pulmonologyadvisor.com/advisor-channels/copd-advisor-channel...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesResearch & Clinical Trials
Why/how does COPD make me (almost constantly) bloated and what can I do about it?...Certain foods make me bloat more. It's very quick when it happens. Also I have abdominal discomfort if pressure is applied. Any suggestions please?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
What does your daily routine look like?...Wondering what a typical day is like for those who have COPD stage 4....Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
I am 76 year old male and have multiple medical problems. Other than just dealing with the COPD, one other problem causes me grief....I have severe osteo-arthritis through-out my whole body. I go and see pain management monthly, and I have been prescribed BELBUCA 150mcg. per bucal film. This is a category 3...Reactions0reactionsComments34 repliesBreathingCoping
How do you cope with not being able to enjoy being outdoors?...How do you cope with not being able to be outside at the park for example? I love going to the lakefront and having a picnic with kids and...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
help with if my breathing will get better...going for a chest xray next week i have good days and bad days sleeping is the worse. i quit smoking 8 days ago so far so good...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesNewly DiagnosedTreatmentCoping
Getting off to a good start...But my 'research' (with a subject of one) tells me that the chances of me having a good day are greatly increased when I do this....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTips & Advice
Symbicort...I was diagnosed with copd in 2018 i was prescribed with symbicort and incruse i also have another health issues but i had a dexa scan found out i...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
What are the most important questions to ask during my first pulmonary visit?...Absolutely no question regarding COPD diagnosis however interested in knowing what other folks considered their most important questions to be answered...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Family talk coping...They are aware of my Stage 4 COPD, Severe emphysema plus other medical conditions....Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesFriends & FamilyEnd StageCoping
Visiting bats...Is this safe to do being as I have severe COP)D. Many thanks in advance...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTravelTips & Advice
shortness of breath / good oxygen level...I know exercise is good for me, but I don't have the wind to walk....Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesInsurance & DisabilityBreathing
