COPD & AFIB...Question actually, I have stage 4 emphysema (COPD) and AFIB. My biggest problem with the fairly recent addition of AFIB is that...reactions8replies
What Medicine Works Best For You?...Inhalation devices help people live better and longer with COPD. These devices include both inhalers and nebulizer solutions. There are many options...reactionscomments
Early Warning Signs and Symptoms of Flare-Ups...Early warning signs are symptoms felt BEFORE COPD flare-ups occur. They act as warnings that a full-fledged flare-up is impending. When you...reactions10comments
Using Airv02 humid oxygen...Admitted to hospital yesterday morning with a blood oxygen of 82,you can I again what a mess I was, have been put...reactions1reply
Wendy123's Story...Stopped smoking 1979 and two years later was told my lungs were clear. Enjoyed great health until 86. Copd hit me hard...reactions1comment
Travel Essentials...Traveling can be a stressful time for anyone. Having COPD and preparing to travel can seem like an impossible task. Not to...reactions12comments
4 Amazing Benefits of Home Oxygen Therapy...They call it home oxygen therapy. It’s when your doctor prescribes for you to use supplemental oxygen at home. It’s ordered when...reactions24comments
Avoiding Fragrances, In the Workplace and Out Part 2...For more on this topic, see part 1. One of the most visited places that people struggle with are the local stores...reactions2comments
Why do I feel so miserable?...Why do I feel so miserable. My o2 is between 88 and 94. I know I have emphysema but....reactions1reply
Similarities Between Asthma and COPD...COPD and Asthma are two different diseases. But, they also have many similarities. Both are chronic lung diseases. Both require those diagnosed...reactionscomments
Differences Between an Asthma and COPD Diagnosis...COPD and asthma are both obstructive lung diseases. Classic symptoms of both are shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. The path...reactionscomments
Is It a Lung Infection or a COPD Flare-up?...Because COPD weakens the lungs, people who have COPD are prone to respiratory or lung infections. But people who have COPD are...reactions34comments
Super Charging Your Pulmonary Rehabilitation!...Pulmonary rehabilitation is well accepted as a way for COPD patients to improve their quality of life. In this article I’m going...reactions18comments
Bloating/Swelling...Does anyone else suffer with chest swelling, tightness, and bloating? Mine progressively gets worse thru the day. My chest feels swollen and...reactions4replies
37 male, stage 3 emphysema, scared...Hi all, newly diagnosed here. On February 24, I officially quit smoking as I was losing my breath just getting dressed. I've...reactions6replies
Survival Mode and Incontinence Effects...It was about 7 am, lightly snowing, and still very dark outside. I needed to be sure that I got to work...reactions87comments
Sometimes Doctors Don’t Know And Take Stabs In The Dark...Sometimes you present to your doctor with a complaint. You are experiencing symptoms. And you tell your doctor these symptoms. And the...reactionscomments
Understanding Emphysema vs. Chronic Bronchitis...Did you know that COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and that it is an umbrella term for more than one...reactionscomments
Treatment For Early Stage COPD...There are 4 stages of COPD. Stages 1 and 2 are the "Early Stages." Many people in these early stages are undiagnosed...reactionscomments
Has anyone else gained weight with COPD?...Have gained weight with COPD. Why? Have a question of your own?Ask it here!...reactions5replies
