COPD/Emphysema...has anyone had the symptoms of pressure in the middle bone I guess they call it the sternum? also pain on the...reactions1reply
Tidbits and Tricks - Tried and True...We often hear of unconventional things people do when they are struggling to breathe, to feel better or for any reason. These...reactionscomments
COPD/emphysema...I'm 78 - well, 79 this month. I was diagnosed years ago and have had more shortness of breath lately since I...reactions1comment
No money for meds...My insurance company doesn't even sell any COPD meds, it's express scripts, if I order at Walmart or a local drugstore it's...reactions4comments
Bowel movements...I am a 66-year-old male that has COPD and when I get really short of breath and stressed I lose control of...reactions6comments
Oxygen During Activity...I have emphysema. 3 months ago my COPD went from taking meds to feel better to nothing was helping. I was put...reactions5comments
How to start the morning...I have lots of mucus and coughing in the morning (and, sometimes vomiting). I have found a solution that helps to get...reactions5comments
Rib cramps, bloating and leg pain...I am 65 and have been told I only have 40% lung function. I've had bloating and three rib cramps and like...reactions8comments
What I Learned From A Trip To The Emergency Room...Recently I had to listen to reason and go to the Emergency Room. It was something that I've never thought I would...reactionscomments
Newly Diagnosed...Hi, I'm new here. Just recently diagnosed. I'm 58 and a smoker. My oxygen level is still at 100%. For now, I...reactions5replies
Bowel Control...I have a problem of when I get in breathing distress, I have the urge for a bowel movement. I have to...reactions9comments
Diagnosed at 67...I was diagnosed with COPD when I was 67, I am now 71 and my symptoms are somewhat worse: chest cramps, difficulties...reactions2comments
I'm afraid...I am new to COPD. I have been having trouble breathing and finally I went to the ER. The doctors told me...reactions4comments
Understanding Clinical Trials...A clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device...reactionscomments
Caregivers' New Years Resolutions...It’s that time of year again, time to make a list of resolutions for the year ahead. Maybe you have done this...reactionscomments
Newly diagnosed...I was told after having really bad Pain and couldn't really breathe scan said emphysema after went to doc have me antibiotics...reactions1reply
Help During the Holidays...The holidays are here, and if you are like my family, we love this time of year. The last few years have...reactionscomments
Our COPD Christmas Wishlist...Christmas is upon us, and what is Christmas without a little gift wishing? Right now, doctors are wishing they had something in...reactionscomments
Eerie symptoms......I am afraid to go to sleep at night...not for fear of not waking, but of waking. I awake every one to...reactions4comments
Clinical Trial Participation...Every clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria)...reactions1comment
