Community Feedback: Strange Symptoms of COPD...I know it’s loss of oxygen!” “When I am struggling to breathe, my bladder starts leaking.”... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments23 comments
Legacy...oxygen 24/7 I had to use a nonintrusive ventilation device, (known to most as a BI-PAP) 24/7.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Overcoming Loneliness and Isolation...I do all my work while using 6lpm of oxygen for mobility. Like many of you guys I get out of breath dressing and showering, doing most things.... By derekc4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
The Three Types of Nebulizers...In the hospital they can be hooked up to oxygen or air flowmeters. In the doctor’s office or home setting they are hooked up to air compressors.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Traveling Is About The Memories...It is worth taking a chance, getting out of the house, making the extra arrangements for the oxygen and making lots of memories. ... By Tonya Hidalgo4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Glenda...One day I am so thankful that I can get oxygen through my concentrator or portable oxygen.... By glenda84311 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Hypercalcemia and Hyperparathyroidism: Have You Ever Heard of Them? Part 2 of 2...I was fine if I was sitting, but my oxygen would drop if I got up to do anything.... By Jackie English4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tubing...oxygen l mean.... By buddyfoxy1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Engineered silica nanoparticle coatings...already aware of are gastrointestinal burns, respiratory issues, genetic mutations, mitochondrial disorders, blood clotting and artificially high blood oxygen... By Baz3922 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
It Was a Meltdown (Part 1)...I end up sleeping away 2-3 days when this happens, my eyes swell shut, my oxygen levels drop, I get short of breath, and I’m sick.... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Managing Holiday Stress With COPD...If you are traveling, make sure you have everything you need from oxygen, batteries, chargers, medicine, and all of your medical devices like CPAP, nebulizer... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD and Risk for Heart Disease...When it comes to managing pulmonary hypertension, oxygen therapy is the only available treatment.... By Jackie English2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Challenge of the Garbage Bags: They Take My Breath Away...Often my oxygen drops as well. This is when I know that I need to use my oxygen and C-Pap, possibly around the clock.... By Janet Plank5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
What Is the Ideal Blood Pressure for an Individual With COPD?...It is not clear why people with COPD are at a higher risk of hypertension, but it is thought to be linked to the lower levels of oxygen circulating... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
COPD vs. Aging (Part 2)...Low oxygen readings, a lot of mucus, and possibly weight loss are also likely present. These are all real and proven. Never doubt that.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
It Was a Meltdown (Part 2)...I did ask about my oxygen levels and they're running 91-92 at rest.... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Helping a Pet Owner With COPD...COPD is an acronym for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, with four stages. Here is a list of helpful suggestions that you or someone else could do to be of help:... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Furbabies Make the World Go Round...I forgot to turn my oxygen on. Thank you Baby! (Badger’s nickname).... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Coping With Life’s Difficulties in a COPD World...Pain affects my posture and oxygen levels. How does pain affect you?... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Ask the Advocates: Impatience...I’ve tripped over my oxygen tubing, yet again.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments27 comments
