Diagnosed via ct scan last week with extensive emphysema...When I spoke to my gp he told me he cannot refer me to respiratory until I’ve had a spirometry...Reactions0reactionsComments15 replies
How to you pay for expensive inhalers like symbicourt?...How do you pay for expensive medication like inhalers?...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesCost
Spo2 drop...My question is: is it normal for spo2 to fluctuate between 95-98% ,quickly drop to 40-50% ,then slowly go...Reactions0reactionsComments9 replies
Racing Heart Beat...,it is 95 at the moment but has gone up to 101.I am on medication to slow it...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Caregiver to my brother...Please pray for us as a struggle and I put it in God's hands...Reactions0reactionsComments0 replies
Rough week ! ...Well this was one of those weeks I wish on no one! Ended up in the ER and a 3 day...Reactions0reactionsComments95 repliesCoping
Portable bi-pap...Been given this bad boy to use 😊. Was a struggle at first but gotten used to it now ....Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Spirometry, stage II...Was filling okay before sleep and woke up 9 am because of cough and was in a bed until 2 pm after...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesChronic Bronchitis
Chronic shortness of breath but good oxygen levels...How is the oxygen I breathe in able to get to the rest of my body yet not into my lungs because...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesEmphysemaBreathing
Your thoughts on portable battery oxygen units...I have a question. I've been using an oxygen concentrator at a constant flow of 2L....Reactions0reactionsComments18 repliesTreatment
Precursor of Breathing Problems...It starts and will not stop, no matter how much I blow it, until I hook up to my oxygen machine. Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesBreathing
42 year old please help me understand...Today I did my Pulmonary Faction test and have an appointment with my Dr on Tuesday. I would really appreciate any input –...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesAwarenessEmphysemaNewly Diagnosed
Diagnosed emphysema 1 month ago....I also have RA so some symptoms overlap. What types of exercise would be most beneficial for me? All help appreciated....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Does anyone experience pain in your chest?...My ribs stay sore all the time....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
FeaturedLow O2 Levels...Has anyone lost the ability to think and speak clearly when your O2 levels drop? ...Reactions0reactionsComments25 repliesAwarenessBreathing
Diagnosed and Happy(!)...I'm 64, started smoking at 6.....so am l surprised or dismayed at the news? Obviously not....Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
New on Oxygen...I got on oxygen last week and am curious to know if I am harming myself with or without.. A friend...Reactions0reactionsComments15 replies
Should I be using a dehumidifier or a humidifier?...I don't know what device I should be using. Do I get a humidifier or a dehumidifier?...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
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?...Reactions0reactionsComments8 replies
