Supplemental Oxygen May Not Always Be the Best COPD Treatment...On October 27, 2016, Robert Wise, MD, from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine’s Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, published a... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
What a Pain...are links that share other information you might like to check out:https://copd.net/basics/conditions/bone-and-muscle/https://copd.net/living-with-copd/pulmonary-rehab... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Waiting For A Lung Transplant...You will need to meet all of the pulmonary physical therapy requirements. These may vary slightly per transplant center. ... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Mental and Physical Health With COPD...Your doctor would likely know if there is a pulmonary rehab program in your area. They can do wonderful things. Support is so important.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
COPD and Its Triggers...COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments52 comments
Inhalers and Their Proper Use...That was why it was so encouraging to read that the daily use of inhaler medication by Americans with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease... By KevinDavitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
You Need to Know Before Being Admitted...Ask about smoking cessation and pulmonary rehab programs. Accept as much in-house support as they are willing to give you.... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
What If You Lived With COPD 250 Years Ago? ...experiencing shortness of breath, increased sputum, and coughing, you would probably be diagnosed with any of the following: consumption, phthisis, asthma, or pulmonary... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
We're All Different...If you are lucky enough to do a pulmonary rehab program, you will learn so much about how your body works and which exercises are good for you.... By Debz Borge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Medicine Going Forward in the New World...At the end of 2019, I saw a pulmonary specialist. The frequency of visits is twice a year unless I need him in between.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Managing Our Health...We don't have pulmonary rehab available either. I like my doctor, but I wouldn't say she is highly knowledgeable about COPD.... By Becky Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
The Definition of COPD Is Changing...“Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a common, preventable and treatable disease that is characterized by persistent respiratory symptoms and... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Causes and Treatment for Hyperinflated Lungs with COPD...I gave her some space and let her work with a pulmonary doctor in rehabilitation.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
So, What IS COPD Anyway?...We know it means Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. But, what does this mean? Here’s what to know. For starters, we know it’s chronic.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
On Wearing a Bra...When I went for my first pulmonary check-up, the physician's assistant had a frank talk with me about wearing a bra.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments74 comments
Bone and Muscle Conditions Linked to COPD...People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have a higher risk of conditions that cause the bones and muscles to get weaker: Osteoporosis... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Persistent Cough...Having a persistent cough is a symptom of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Chest Tightness...Chest tightness is a common symptom of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Breathing Strategies for COPD...People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) often have trouble breathing.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Staying Hydrated...Staying hydrated is a key part of managing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This means drinking enough of the right liquids every day.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
