Severe Symptoms of COPD...People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) sometimes have severe symptoms. These symptoms are “severe” because they can be a sign of...
Hubby's Life with COPD...Husband is currently stage 4. He's been on oxygen since 2008. Concentrator at home and motorhome. Liquid oxygen when away from home. In...reactions3comments
Quality of Life with COPD By The Numbers...Managing the symptoms and treatment of COPD can take its toll on an individual’s quality of life. We found this to be...reactions9comments
Legacy...Over the years, COPD.net has lost powerful voices in the COPD community. Hear the stories of those who are no longer with...
Bone and Muscle Conditions Linked to COPD...People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have a higher risk of conditions that cause the bones and muscles to get weaker:...
Expert Answers: Pulmonary Rehabilitation...In dealing with COPD, it might be recommended that you participate in pulmonary rehabilitation. Many people have questions about what pulmonary rehab is...reactions9comments
Option for People With COPD: High-Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation Vests...During a recent conversation with a home healthcare specialist, I discovered that high-frequency chest wall oscillation (HFCWO) vests are now accessible for...reactionscomments
Depression and COPD...Every day to some might seem a struggle. With COPD it’s difficult to breathe, it seems you are coughing more often than...reactions2comments
Tips for Successful Outings with COPD...I do most of my traveling by car. A short trip or a long trip, I'm always prepared or I try to...reactionscomments
Nutritional Counseling and Weight Management...The food you eat and your body weight can affect your breathing. This is why nutritional counseling is an important part of...
Here's How I Deal With Insurance Coverage Challenges...Insurance companies have evolved significantly over the years. But many of these changes, in my opinion, seem to focus more on cutting...reactions7comments
Seasonal Affective Disorder and COPD...As the seasons change and the days grow shorter, this time of year often marks the onset of seasonal affective disorder (SAD)...reactionscomments
Planning for the Holidays...This year, I’m looking forward to the holidays. What’s ahead? I don’t know, and I’ve learned not to plan too far ahead...reactions7comments
The Race that is Set Before Us...What started as an attempt to cultivate some self-care on a balmy Saturday in my new home state of Florida turned into...reactionscomments
COPD and Runny Noses...Do you have sinus problems or a runny nose along with COPD? The symptoms might seem unrelated. But over time, inflammation can...reactions12comments
Managing Holiday Stress With COPD...Managing holiday stress can be challenging for anyone, but when you have COPD, the extra demands can make the season feel overwhelming...reactions11comments
Tips for Preventing COPD Flare-Ups...When you have COPD, flare-ups (also known as exacerbations) are part of your life. They may not happen every day. But chances...reactions28comments
What Do You See When You Look in the Mirror?...It’s not the young, healthy, strong, freckled-faced girl I used to see years ago. At times, I see a few wrinkles, age...reactions2comments
Heart disease and COPD: Testing...I had been having chest pain on and off for a few weeks. I was familiar with the shortness of breath and...reactions4comments
Aspects Of COPD You Cannot See...Have you ever felt like you can't catch your breath, even when you're not running? This is what it's like for people...reactions12comments
