Cannula Hose Kinking...Does anyone have suggestion on how to stop my 25ft hose from kinking. Is there any kind hose you can buy that won’t kink?...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
Scarring...Recently had a PET scan - thankfully no cancer is shown but I have scarring....Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
What does "long lungs" mean?...My husband has COPD and a while ago had to have an x-ray, they told him that they had to take 2 because his lungs are long....Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
COPD ...Although my family and friends know I have severe COPD I try not to put on them and do normal jobs but take longer I also play golf...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCoping
What material should I read regarding supplemental oxygen?...I have been on oxygen for 4 years. It seems that I still do not know everything about its use. Any available material that you might suggest I read?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
What are the effects of oxygen toxicity and how does it occur?How...What reading indicates you are getting too much?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
CT Scan...I got my results back from my pulmonologist, apparently I have scarring on my right lung, lower lobe, I was told to redo the scan in a year....Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
tightness below ribs...Anyone else have experience with this? Any remedies you use?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
haveing surgery with COPD...Hi I am new to the group and I have genetic copd, I am scheduled for cataract surgery and am terrified i wont be able to breathe or my...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Medicare plan...I have reg. Medicare and Express Scripts as drug program. , but it is changing and cost is doubling....Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesCost
Household Chores with COPD...Do you have any tips or strategies for tackling household chores?...Reactions0reactionsComments14 replies
Chronic shortness of breath but good oxygen levels...I have advanced emphysema ( over inflated lungs). I have chronic shortness of breath yet my oxygen levels are always normal....Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesEmphysemaBreathing
Community Prompt: COPD in 2016...Has it been an especially difficult year or have things gotten better for you? Let us know by replying here!...Reactions0reactionsComments0 replies
Diagnosis ...Hello, I have very recently had a diagnosis of copd, it has left me reeling. I feel it was just dropped on me and then I was left....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Does anyone exercise without supplemental oxygen?...My Mom has COPD... it is so frustrating because she refuses to use any oxygen outside her home....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
How do you deal with a lack of energy?...Some days it’s hard to just get myself out of bed. Not physically but mentally. Is anyone experience the same and how did you get over this?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Rib cramps...I hope this helps others that experience them they are so debilitating and exhausting...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Just every day breathing ...It's been so hard to stop smiling and I've tried everything and the cravings are horrible...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesAwarenessBreathingDepression
Query Apnea...I have severe stage copd. Recently when I lay down to sleep it feels like my throat is closing up at the back.Does anyone else get this?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesBreathingSleep
