Oxygen Factor-Pure Oxygen...Does anyone have any experience with this aerosol product for COPD? Cannot get a response from the mf'r....reactions1reply
Managing Anxiety...It is no secret that anxiety goes hand in hand with COPD as symptoms worsen. Once the shortness of breath, or dyspnea...reactions8comments
What Are Obstructive Sleep Apnea and CPAP?...Some people with COPD develop a condition called Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). When this occurs, it is often referred to as COPD-OSA...reactionscomments
Nothing helps...I've had COPD for many years and take Ventolin, Symbicort, Prednisone, Azithromicin, DuoNeb, Spiriva Respimat and now have been put on oxygen...reactions8comments
The Big Bad Wolf Had the Big C...With this particular life, you will learn that your breath is the most important thing in the world. Every meaningful event or...reactions6comments
You Are Not Alone...“Laugh and the world laughs with you, snore and you sleep alone.” – Anthony Burgess I hope you got a laugh out...reactions9comments
Not "Just" a Cough?...Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a term that is used to describe a group of lung conditions that, among other things...reactions6comments
My experience with copd...I have given up regular smoking of cigarettes, about 6 per day, for almost 54, yes 54 years. I put a dead...reactions2comments
Theresa Cannizzaro, RRT...Theresa was previously a health leader on COPD.net. Lungs are Theresa’s passion, both personally and professionally. She was diagnosed with mild asthma...
The Mindset, Pacing, and Breathlessness....COPD effects each of us differently. But the one thing we all have in common is breathlessness which at times can -...reactions4comments
What To Expect in The Emergency Room...I am a respiratory therapist. I am involved in the care of people with COPD, especially if you come to the emergency...reactionscomments
Mental Health with COPD...May is Mental Health Month! So this month we at COPD.net are discussing the connection between COPD and mental health. The physical...reactions10replies
What Having COPD Has Taught Me...You might think I'm crazy but I'll risk it: Any time people face adversity they react in ways they might not have...reactions7comments
I should feel better but don't...I was diagnosed with COPD with emphysema in the early stages. A lung nodule was also found during a c-scan but was...reactions8comments
COPD and Gerd...Have copd for years now. Started having acid reflux at night, wakes me up, have about 2 a week now. Anybody have...reactions12replies
Resources for the Community...Many of our community members find it helpful when we share various resources - both here at COPD.net and on our Facebook...reactionscomments
Asking for Spring Cleaning Help...Motivating your family to help with household cleaning can be challenging. For people living with COPD, it can be difficult to ask...reactionscomments
Spotlight on...Mental Health...Did you know May is Mental Health Month? So, this month at COPD.net, we’re discussing this important topic! How do you feel...reactionsreplies
My story...Hello my name is Ricky, 58 year old with COPD and vascular disease. Quad bypass 7 years ago. Chronic bronchitis and emphysema...reactions1comment
Inhalers, Panic Attacks, and Being Loved...Hello, I am 71 years old and have had emphysema for 16 years. I have used many inhalers however I am lucky...reactions2comments
