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...reactions3replies
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...reactions9comments
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...reactions17replies
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions6replies
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions1reply
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...reactions5comments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions17comments
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...reactions3replies
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...reactions4comments
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...reactionscomments
Has anyone taken Seebri neohaler?...Has anyone taken Seebri neohaler and can you share your results?...reactions1reply
Losartan study for Emphysema...Has anyone been enrolled in this ? I have gotten the option to do so from my pulmonary doc...reactions12replies
Coughing for Better Breathing...Learning how to cough effectively is an important skill when you have COPD. The congestion that often goes along with your COPD...reactionscomments
Holidays in the hospital....I turned 25 in the first week of December! My gosh! I am officially a whole quarter. I was sick on my...reactions3comments
How can I live with my dog with my diagnosis?...I have a dog how can I live with him with copd?...reactions3replies