COPD diagnosed but no wheezing or congestion...I have been diagnosed with COPD. Had a PFT and have been given albuteral and fluctisone inhalers....reactions5repliesSymptoms
How do I answer "will you be alright"?...I have just gotten to the severe stage and having to wear oxygen 24/7. Anybody have any advice on how to answer when someone asks that?...reactions16replies
To prevent bacterial infection from reoccurring, how often should I change my canula for a new one?...reactions12repliesBreathing
It's Always Something...They are already preparing for the insurance battle. Just now also found out my wife's sister passed today. So let's hope that is enough for one day....reactions19repliesFriends & Family
I need tips for living with a smoker....My husband is still smoking and he said he would stop smoking in the house, but he hasn't. I don't know how to live with this....reactions4repliesSmokingFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
Lung Nodules ...I now have to have to have 6 monthly CT scans to keep an eye on it but was not given any further information? ie: what could...reactions3repliesSide EffectsDiagnosis
Pneumonia Yes it was so WORTH IT!...All made it, knowing the grandchildren had snotty noses and my new Son in law was feeling some ear pain and congestion, but timing was timing....reactions5repliesCopingFriends & FamilyTravel
Bnp bloodwork...I was just recently diagnoised as stage 3 and am curious about the bnp test results. In the hospital they said no heart issures....reactions1reply
multiple methods for COPD...I have an oxygen concentrator, albuterol and Trelegy. I did purchase a face mask for night time as I am a mouth breather....reactions11replies
Exercise and Normality...Hey Guys, I have two questions for you: 1. Do any of you guys who have had COPD for a while still cut your own grass? 2....reactions25repliesCoping
How to handle questions from a store cashier....For a number of years, I have been reluctant to use my oxygen in public. It just made me feel different....reactions8replies
Carnivore lifestyle ...Does anyone here have any experience og going completely carnivore?...reactions1replyDiet & Nutrition
Pneumonia vaccines...I have never had a pneumonia vaccine or a flu shot. I am updated on my covert shots....reactions8repliesTips & AdviceTreatment
Why don't people want to quit smoking?...To clarify a bit the question: I have been browsing the quit smoking Facebook groups and noticed some patterns: 1. they try to use another substance to...reactions26repliesMental HealthSmokingEmphysema
Has anyone seen improvement in their lung function tests?...In theory, these indicate a move from stage 3 to stage 2. Has anyone else out there had a similar experience?...reactions5replies
Loosing friends to COPD...Are there any strategies or support systems that have helped you during these difficult times?...reactions1replyCopingFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
leg fatigue...is leg fatigue part of copd somedays i can hardly put one foot in front of the other on other days i can walk 6 miles on the flat...reactions1replyExercise
Hi, this is bogangles...My husband is 77 and trying to take care of me and the house. I am 73 and it kills me to see him do everything....reactions3replies
COPD ...24 lbs I’m doing it I’m now 116 instead of 124 I’m walking daily and just staying busy I’m interested in learning more about any information that can...reactions3repliesAwareness
