Broken and Beautiful: A Photo Journey of Chronic Illness...When we live with chronic illnesses, like COPD, sometimes we feel like we're broken. We feel like our vibrancy, our beauty, our...reactions10comments
8 Signs to Seek Help for COPD...I wrote a post a while back, "5 Tips when to seek help for asthma." I wrote this post based on my...reactions5comments
Confused and a little scared...I was told by my GP that im showing signs of very mild COPD, He didn't say "Hey you have copd" but...reactions3replies
Does anyone else experience exhaustion during the afternoon?...I am trying to find out if anyone else experiences this...in the afternoons after a busy day, there are times when I...reactions8replies
Husband just diagnosed...My husband has just been diagnosed with COPD, we have just been through a tough time. They drew fluid from his lungs...reactions8comments
COPD Awareness Month...What would you like to tell others about your COPD? Share it here for COPD awareness month!...reactions7replies
The Invisible vs Visible Aspects of COPD...COPD, much like asthma, is an invisible illness. It involves inhaling invisible substances that cause invisible changes to occur inside the lungs...reactions28comments
What can you tell me about oxygen and high altitudes?...My husband has had COPD and many Pneumothorax episodes with his lungs collapsing and lung reduction surgery. He is on oxygen full-time...reactions9replies
Moving Into Fall...As we come to the close of October, schools on, we’re able to enjoy the harvest from our gardens and we’re moving...reactionscomments
One in 2500!!...I am an ALPHA 1. This is a genetic (inherited) condition. It affects about one in every 2500 people. My Geno type...reactions2comments
Why Don’t We Follow Doctors' Orders? - Part 2...I used to wonder why anyone wouldn't follow their doctor's orders, but since being diagnosed with COPD I’ve done it myself. In...reactionscomments
Wolfsister003's story...Worked in ball bearing factories for 41 years - 28 as a tool maker. Smoked for about the same amount. Have emphysema...reactions4comments
Will my oxygen saturation go back to where it was before I got sick?...I've been sick, will my oxygen saturation go back to where it was before I got sick? I usually use oxygen when...reactions12replies
Links Between COPD and Anxiety...Studies show that 13-45% of COPDers also experience anxiety. In fact, COPDers are 85% more likely to be diagnosed with anxiety compared...reactions8comments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical Trials...Each year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good...reactions1comment
Rose Colored Glasses...When I was younger, I would tell my dad that I wanted to be happy, in life, at work, in everything. My...reactionscomments
We Learn From Each Other...It can be so hard to hear that we have COPD, whether it’s Stage 1 or Stage 4. Too often when we...reactionscomments
Can you help with my pulmonary rehab questions?...Hi there. I am scheduled to begin pulmonary rehab once I get the referral from my doctor, and I'm not exactly sure...reactions13replies
The Clinical Trial Consent Form: Understanding Your Rights & Responsibilities...Informed consent is the term that signifies a person has been given information regarding all possible consequences for a treatment, including both...reactionscomments
