Why are my father's SpO2 readings lower on BiPAP than nasal cannula?...Ever since then, his readings on the BiPAP are around 89-90 while they are around 95 on nasal cannula. Is the BiPAP pushing some blockage further in?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
To Jackie English...I don't laugh when I have to do that, but reading about someone else.... ? Though, you've forgotten to take the fishing poles and tackle....Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCoping
Inhaled Corticosteroids...My doc says I have COPD but the main manifestation is asthma/allergic asthma. I also had childhood asthma....Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesBreathingFlares Tips & Advice
Is there a lung exercising or breathing clinic?...My Wife Jackie's symptoms of breathlessness have just recently become worse (COPD / ASTHMA )....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Shopping With COPD...Do you have a preference for purchasing online or shopping in physical stores?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTips & AdviceCoping
Holiday-related COPD Triggers...Do you have specific holiday-related triggers that aggravate your COPD? Share about them here - and feel free to include how you cope with them!...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Feeling sick all the time...I feel blotted and swelled in my stomach and feel like I have something sitting on my chest...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesDiet & NutritionSleepExercise
Losartan study for Emphysema...I have gotten the option to do so from my pulmonary doc...Reactions0reactionsComments12 replies
Are there currently any clinical trials for new therapies or stem cell advancements?...Are there currently any clinical trials for new therapies or stem cell advancements?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Cold oxygen into warm nostrils ...I have been experiencing running problems while using oxygen thru a cannula. Very annoying!!!! That is running nose as opposed to running. Help...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBreathingPulmonary RehabilitationTips & Advice
Showering...I want to take a shower. I've been wanting to take a shower for several days now (like maybe 10 days)....Reactions0reactionsComments18 replies
COPD and Nose Issues...What tips and tricks do you have for managing nose issues with your COPD?...Reactions0reactionsComments34 repliesCoping
emphysema...Does this mean I have a poor prognosis in terms of lifespan?...Reactions0reactionsComments15 replies
Trimbow inhaler changed to TrimbowNext...Hi I have changed from Trimbow inhaler to TrimbowNext powder form. But don’t feel it is so effective. Has anyone else experienced this please?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
How do you cope with not being able to enjoy being outdoors?...I love going to the lakefront and having a picnic with kids and grandkids! I haven't been since getting diagnosed 2 years ago!...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
What is the difference between chronic bronchitis and emphysema?...Are the symptoms the same? How can they tell by the spirometry test?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Bloating...Is is part of having this disease to have bloating and excess belching?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSymptoms
Air Purifiers and Humidifiers...Have you seen any benefits in doing so? Thank you in advance....Reactions0reactionsComments18 replies
What oxygen level should I try to maintain on my concentrator?...I have a SpO2 finger meter....Reactions0reactionsComments22 repliesBreathing
Question about portable oxygen concentrators and swimming...Can you have a POC and somehow go into a pool day with a 13 or 24 foot tubing left aboveboard? Or is that just wishful thinking?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
