How bad will my diagnosis get?...I have been diagnosed with mild emphysema and asthma based on PFT. I am still very active and scared stiff. I work...reactions3replies
Where can I safely fill COPD medications at a low price?...I live in New York City and my COPD treatment medication is so expensive I can't afford it. So can anyone help...reactions2replies
What Is Cystic Fibrosis?...Cystic fibrosis is a chronic lung disease. It’s a completely different disease. But it presents very similar to COPD. Here’s all you...reactions3comments
Can I get a flu vaccine while on antibiotics and steroids?...I started antibiotics and steroids today due to being more breathless and coughing more mucus. I had the flu 3 weeks ago...reactions3replies
Tips for exercise...Hi I just wanted to share some tips I picked up for exercising. When the adverts are on the tv I sit...reactions7replies
COPD and Employment Protection...Last night, my wife and I watched the 1993 film “Philadelphia” Wonderful movie. A bright, young attorney (Tom Hanks) who is HIV-positive...reactionscomments
Chronic Illness Changes Everything...When COPD strikes, it means lots of changes happen in a very short time in every part of our life. Our social...reactions9comments
Diagnosis and where I am today....Hi I wanted to share when I got diagnosed on June 6th 2016 stage 4 COPD it was obvious I had COPD...reactions2replies
Tips for Choosing the Right Portable Supplemental Oxygen Delivery System for You...So, your doctor has decided your breathing status requires supplemental oxygen. This is good news, because easier breathing is ahead for you...reactions12comments
Let’s Discuss The Nebulizer Market...Nebulizers are a great way of inhaling respiratory medicines. They are relatively small and expected to get smaller. They are relatively simple...reactions4comments
Goals Before I Go...My breathing was becoming more labored and I couldn’t cross the room without having to sit down to regain my breath. My...reactions21comments
Does my lower-lobe dominant emphysema exclude me from being a candidate for Endobronchial Valves?...My Emphysema is lower lobe dominant. Does this exclude me from being a candidate for Endobronchial Valves? I was already told by...reactions5replies
COPD and Throat Pain...People often ask about COPD and throat pain, throat discomfort, coughing things up or just plain coughing. Many things can affect a...reactions4comments
COPD Exercising Made Easy...I found the perfect exercise program for me & wanted to share. I'm 65 yrs. young, stage 4 emphysema, on oxygen 24/7...reactions1reply
Why have my oxygen levels increased?...My oxygen levels have increased for no reason. i use oxygen to mobilise but for the last week my oxygen levels have...reactions5replies
The Nose Has A Job to Do Too!...I don’t know about you but I spend so much time thinking about my lungs and my larynx and throat in general...reactions4comments
The Subtle Warning Signs of COPD...The warning signs are so subtle, it's ridiculous. Taking a look back, I can remember each and every warning sign. Collectively together...reactions6comments
Confused about doctor's order regarding 02 saturation...I use an oximeter frequently, but have very cold hands, and often don't get a correct reading. I recently had a PFT...reactions6replies
How to Build More Sympathy for COPD...Sometimes when a person is sick, we find it easy to show love and compassion. Other times, trying to understand what a...reactions16comments
I’m very confused about COPD - it’s an umbrella term?...I am a 53-yo female. I was diagnosed with moderate COPD and asthma last week. I have an inhaler for the asthma...reactions5replies
