It's hard to exercise, so......I've had COPD for 10 years. I'm 69. I've had symptoms for around 20 years. I started out on 4 liters of oxygen, I'm on 6 liters now, 8 liters...reactions2comments
Five Common Triggers for Shortness of Breath...There are many different reasons that you may become short of breath, and if you are just beginning to learn about COPD, you may be wondering what could be your...reactions8comments
Strange Symptoms with COPD...I have the rib cramps when I move around and just when I get relaxed enough to fall asleep, so needless to say I don't get to sleep until they...reactions7comments
Expert Answers: What is Spirometry and PFT?...There are many types of tests one may go through when facing COPD. Lots of questions can accompany those tests, and one of our community members asked the following: "What...reactionscomments
A Transplant Story...Deciding that you are willing to try for a lung transplant is only the beginning. Finding yourself in the middle of the process brings about loads of stress. Then receiving...reactionscomments
Every Day's a New Day - not for the weak to read...No memory that's what happened. Oh I do remember some of it but just don't know why I lost my memory. I can remember going to the ER, but don't...reactions8comments
Killer co pays...I don't know how anyone can afford to get sick today they have u paying so much for all this equipment its out of hand some of these drugs are...reactions1reply
What has hurt me the most with COPD...Sure I am short of breath and get tired but I wasn't prepared for this . After my morning ritual yesterday, I did my powdered inhaler and went about my...reactions29replies
My COPD...I was diagnosed with COPD about 8, maybe 9 years ago. Unfortunately I had never heard of this disease, so without taking it seriously I failed to give up smoking...reactions3comments
My Healthcare Team (Part 2)...As mentioned in Part 1, when talking with people about their journey with COPD, it’s important to remind each person that they are unique in their own disease. COPD is...reactions1comment
Waiting For A Lung Transplant...After you have been approved for a lung transplant you will begin the process of getting your finances, logistics and plans nailed down. It is important that you have a...reactionscomments
New doctor...Hi, I have found a new pulmonary centre so I have a lung function test next Tuesday then a specialist will have a look. I will inform you of the...reactions3comments
How To Appeal a Social Security Disability Denial...Though the statistics vary somewhat from state to state, nationwide about 65% of all disability claims are denied on the first application. Luckily, receiving a denial does not mean that...reactions4comments
COPD caused by RA nodules...Hi, my story is quite long so I hope I don't want to bore you fellow COPD'ers. I was diagnosed 11 years ago with rheumatoid arthritis which was full on...reactions2comments
Your "Unusual" Symptoms with COPD...Most people living with COPD are well aware of, and have much experience with, the common symptoms that come along with it. Shortness of breath, persistent coughing, wheezing, and fatigue...reactions4comments
The Cycle of Infections, Exacerbations, and Stress...So often I read in the groups of people being depressed and stressed due to the amount of exacerbation and infections their COPD has caused. Well, perhaps it's time you...reactions15comments
Kind of funny in a way...I just wanted to quit smoking . I signed up for a smoking cessation program from my health care coordinator. They sent me patches and lozenges but I had to...reactions2replies
Why Quitting Smoking Can Prolong Your Life...I frequently hear questions like, “Why should I quit smoking, the damage is already done?” or “I quit smoking, but I don’t feel any different?” At times like this I...reactions3comments
The Story of My COPD...Hi. I was diagnosed with COPD about 11 years ago. I was devastated when I found out what it was. I quit smoking immediately and that lasted for 8 and...reactions11comments
