Ask the Advocates: Rib Cramping...Rib cramping is very common for people with COPD and often a major frustration expressed by our community here at COPD.net. Additionally, many feel confused about what to do for...reactions15comments
How Telehealth Could Help Keep Your COPD More Stable...What if technology could make a difference in the progression and stability of your respiratory health? Good news! It just might, according to a recent study by researchers at the...reactions2comments
Ask the Advocates: Assistive Devices...We asked our health leader team which assistive devices or tools work best for their chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and lifestyle. Check out their answers below, and comment with...reactions13comments
It's a Question Of How I Look...People make assumptions based on what they think they see when they see me. It's always a question of how I look. Then when they say you don’t look sick...reactions16comments
A Pithy HIstory Of Oxygen: Part II...So, in 1775 and 1776 oxygen was discovered. Yes, it was discovered twice and by two different people. We discussed this in “A Pithy History Of Oxygen.” This peaked the...reactionscomments
My Every Day Pain...My pain is everyday but I keep a lot of it to myself. I don’t like to complain about it. People don’t see the pain. They only see what’s on...reactions3comments
What is your opinion of portable oxygen concentrators?...What's your opinion on ease of use, maintenance, and reliability? And can they be used on aircrafts?...reactions10replies
From Our Perspective...There’s a lot of self-help on the internet for COPD amongst other things. Sometimes it’s sound, medical help. Other times its advice shared by other COPD patients and caregivers. And...reactions2comments
Community Thoughts: COPD, Intimacy, and Relationships...Chronic conditions, such as COPD can have many different effects, both good and bad, on relationships and intimacy. In some cases, people will feel closer and more connected to loved...reactions27comments
Did you know that your experience with COPD matters?...Really! When you share your personal COPD experience, you help others learn more about what life is like living with COPD. More understanding = more opportunities. So share your story...reactionsreplies
Does anyone have a problem with a runny nose when out of breath?...Good Morning. My first question for the community. Is there a relation between runny nose and shortness of breath with COPD? Whenever I get out of breath from doing small...reactions6replies
What Does a Mindful Walk Mean?...Having a mindful walk is a simple practice and yet some of us never get it right. It is learning to be aware of your breathing and holding your concentration...reactions7comments
Getting along...I don't go very far nowadays. Sleep all day in my chair. On oxygen now so I catch my wind faster. Been retired now for 10 years, thought I would...reactions4comments
Hygiene and Your COPD...We all know that hygiene is important for our health, but do we really understand it? The definition of conditions or practices conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease, especially...reactions2comments
COPD Anxieties: Isolation & Misunderstanding...In this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical health conditions. Phrases in quotes are the words of our community members across various conditions on what it’s...reactions5comments
Having A Power Outage In The Middle of the Night...There are so many things to remember when you have a chronic illness. Some things are within your control and other things, not so much. Having a power outage in...reactions17comments
Hospital Bag Necessities...I’m a planner. I like to be as prepared as I can for just about any situation I can think of. It is no different when it comes to a...reactions4comments
What Would Your Current Self (CS) Say to Your Newly Diagnosed (ND) Self?...ND - “Oh boy….” CS - “What?” ND - “Wait. Who are you?” CS - “I am you, 8 years down the road.” ND - “How is that possible?” CS...reactions4comments
Your First Exacerbation After Being Diagnosed with COPD - What to Expect...Once you are diagnosed with COPD, emphysema or chronic bronchitis, it is only a matter of time before your first exacerbation strikes. Chances are, it will hit you quite unaware...reactions45comments
