Tips for Dealing With Summertime COPD Triggers...Ah... summertime... It's a wonderful time of the year, with warm temperatures, fun times with family and friends and perhaps even the opportunity to travel. However, it can also be...reactionscomments
Accepting Limitations...A big topic of conversation frequently seems to be on weight. It seems easier to help others with their struggles, yet more difficult to deal with my own. Is it...reactions11comments
The Early Stages Of COPD: What To Know...A majority of people with COPD are in the early stages of the disease. And they probably don’t even know it. Here’s what to know. The Global Initiative for Obstructive...reactionscomments
How can I handle water in the BiPap mask and tubing?...My BiPap tubing and mask get water in them to the point that I can hear the water gurgling in the tubing and there is enough water in the mask...reactions8replies
Are you taking extra puffers for temp in high 90's?...I do not think I can make another day. it is the weekend so no doctors available. I cannot breath....reactions5replies
Does anybody else get really tired?...Hi.o am 65yrs old recently diagnosed copd, trying to quit cigs hard after 40yrs of doing it. does anybody else get really tired? especially when relaxing i also get body...reactions7replies
Bucket List...Ever since I saw the movie “Bucket List”, I felt good. I felt hope and excitement. I get excited easily it seems, but hey, we have to take whatever we...reactions7comments
7 Tips To Help You Deal With COPD...So, you have COPD. Now what? Here are seven tips to help you right now deal with this disease. You make choices. You decide whether or not you are going...reactionscomments
What are the effects to a COPD who has been wrongfully receiving asthma treatment for 4 years?...reactions2replies
Has anyone experienced failure with their Tudorza pressair rx?...I've had three prescriptions of my tudorza pressair fail before they are empty. I understand from my pharmacy that I am not alone with this issue. I spoke with ASTRAZENECA...reactions3replies
Change and the Concerns that Come with It...For the vast majority of my adult life, I have worked in a heavy industrial field, both in the petrochemical field as well as the oil and gas field. For...reactionscomments
Hobbies, Crafts and COPD...Getting the COPD diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Each person copes with this in his/her own way. I went numb with my diagnosis. Do you remember yours? I’ve found that I...reactions6comments
Can an air cooling fan be used in a room with an oxygen concentrator?...Can you use an air cooling fan in a room where you have an oxygen concentrator?...reactions6replies
So Tired Always Tired...Hello, I’m 37 years old and found out 1 year ago I have COPD. It has taken the whole year for it to hit me and get me thinking. I...reactions41comments
Diaries Aren't Just for Kids!...Journaling can be very therapeutic for anyone. When it comes to managing COPD, keeping a diary/journal is very important. Different from a regular diary, a COPD diary is one that...reactions1comment
Do spring and summer allergies increase your COPD symptoms?...Does anyone find that the spring and summer allergies increase their COPD symptoms? Since having pneumonia in Feb of this year, I've noticed my hayfever symptoms worsen along with my...reactions1reply
Managing Emotions with COPD...Mom was an emotional powerhouse. She had a quick smile, and burst into laughter easily. Because she had strong emotions, they could also be overwhelming, especially if she became discouraged...reactionscomments
Imagine The Night...It's Saturday night...I'm sitting on a leather recliner, listening to "Shifting Sand Wreck Ships" by Lights Out Asia. It's my favorite song, my gosh it is a beautiful sound. Remember...reactions11comments
