Lung enlargement shock...I was diagnosed with copd about 15 yrs ago, I have since had several chest infections, wheezing attacks and breathlessness, but nothing that hospitalized me. I thought that I was...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
What does it mean that my lungs have enlarged?...I am very anxious that my lungs have enlarged, what does this mean and will they go down again ?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Rib Cramping...I was sitting in church. This was about 5 years before they told me I had stage 3 COPD. I believe I had COPD back then, I just had not...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Can Valium be used episodically for anxiety relief?...Sometimes I get really panicked when I can't breathe. I have never taken Valium regularly, in fact, quite rarely. When I take one, my breathing relaxes, but my new doctors...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Why Is There No Cure For COPD?...Why is there no cure for COPD? Why is so much known about other diseases, yet so little known about ours? These are viable questions I hear often. Trust me...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
COPD and Exercise must go hand in hand....We all know how important Exercise is to us having COPD. If you are not doing any then now is the time to think about doing it. Dont just sit...Reactions0reactionsComments16 replies
Why I Gave Up the Store Power Chair...I needed a scooter to get around the store the other day, but when one became available I gave it to another person. Why? Why would I do that when...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Shopping, Oh My!...For some COPDers, shopping is a thing of the past. For others, they still enjoy shopping. Which are you? I know that others have said the same. Because of this...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Can I apply for both Medical Disability and Early Social Security?...Hello, I am new here so forgive me if my question is posted in the wrong place. I am 62 yo with severe COPD. I have been working full time...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Find Your Community with Inspire...Being diagnosed with COPD can feel scary and lonely, but you don’t have to manage your diagnosis alone. The American Lung Association's Living with COPD Inspire network allows you to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Oxygen Patients and Mobility...Hello everyone. My name is Wayne. I am doing some research on supplemental oxygen patients and their needs regarding travel and mobility. Overall the broad consensus is that most oxygen...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
A surprising diagnosis...One year ago I moved from the east coast to northern Arizona. Newly retired, I was eager to take advantage of all of the outdoor activities, especially horseback riding and...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
A COPD Caregiver Intro...Hi. I’m kinda new to this so bear with me a bit. I’m a primary care-giver for my wife (Michelle) who has pretty advanced COPD. I’m also disabled in my...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
A Day In A Life With COPD...This article took a lot of thought. I have other health issues aside from COPD, and one compounds the other. Sometimes it’s difficult to tell what’s causing what. My husband...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Recently diagnosed... looking for encouragement...Hi everyone. I was diagnosed with COPD very recently. I have spent a lot of time trying to ignore it. Now I’m ready to do more about it. It scares...Reactions0reactionsComments17 comments
Rib Cramping...I cannot express how excited I was to read about the mysterious symptom......rib cramping! I have broken my ribs 4 times by coughing too hard for too long during exacerbations...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Sick of Being Sick...Those four words I’m hearing more and more. It doesn’t matter whether the COPDer is Stage 1 or Stage 4, so many struggle with tiredness and exhaustion, confusion, depression, pain, body...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
8 Signs of COPD To Watch For...It's so easy to put off seeking help. Still, the earlier you seek help the better. As a friend or loved one, you may be in a position to help...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Has anyone taken Seebri neohaler?...Has anyone taken Seebri neohaler and can you share your results?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
