What a Difference a Year Makes...Looking back I realize That I could bake, cook and clean I could visit, shop and enjoy more than I can now I could walk the dogs and climb even...reactionscomments
It's a Shame - Part 3: What It Means to Be Strong...“Empathy’s the antidote to shame. The two most powerful words when we’re in struggle: me too.” —Brene Brown Before writing this article, I spoke with many people who have chronic illnesses...reactionscomments
When Caregivers Don't Agree...It's safe to say that not all caregivers agree on how to take care of their loved ones. This can pose a few serious problems, especially as COPD progresses. At first...reactions5comments
Newly diagnosed...Hi I've just had results from my spirometry test. Whi my doctor confirmed I have copd. My result was 52% which apparently is stage 1 but borderline stage 2 ...reactions3replies
Documents Every COPDer Should Have - Part 1...Editor's note: this is part 1 of a two-part series. Be sure to check out part 2 as well! I have been asked several times what medical documents those of...reactionscomments
It's a Shame - Part 2: Feeling Defeated...“The absence of self-love is shame. Guilt is feeling bad about one's actions, but shame is feeling bad about one's self – failure, embarrassment, weakness, overwhelming worthlessness, and feeling disgracefully...reactions8comments
It's a Shame - Part 1: Where It Begins...This article is going to be difficult to write. You might find it difficult to read. You see, people who have COPD, or any chronic illness, suffer from shame and...reactions3comments
Same Devil, Different Levels - Same Level, Different Devils...The severity of COPD is normally determined by breathing tests. These tests are used to determine the stage of your COPD. There are 4 stages listed and accepted by medical...reactions1comment
COPD in the Summertime...Your breathing is most important. You will have similar effects year round, however in many places summer is a big change from winter. Summer brings it’s own challenges. Here, where...reactionscomments
Make Happy Moments...Sometimes you need to make happy moments. With the heaviness of dealing with COPD, it may seem like they are few and far between. That is when it is all...reactionscomments
Have a Fulfilling Life Anyway...I have a fulfilling life even though I'm not a princess (except in my mind) or a Supreme Court judge or a millionaire living on a private beach. I'm actually...reactions4comments
#GivingTuesday Campaign - Official Rules, Terms, and Conditions...NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. #GivingTuesday Contest (the “Promotion”) begins at 07:30:00 AM Eastern Time (“ET”)...reactionscomments
Expert Answers: Finding a Cure...Here at COPD.net, we often get questions about finding a cure. There are lots of conversations on our site and our Facebook page about this topic, so, coming straight from...reactions21comments
Adult Coloring Books...Have you seen the new craze? The only way these could cause stress is if you just cannot bare the thoughts of mistakenly coloring outside the lines. I have never...reactionscomments
No, I never smoked. Seriously....My COPD stems from a lifelong birth defect. Originally diagnosed as needing a "pectus excavatum" at about 6 months to keep my deformed ribs from puncturing my lungs and heart...reactions2comments
Five Tips after a COPD Diagnosis...A COPD Diagnosis: Now What? Cough. Cough. “I don't know why I'm so tired and I can't breathe. Maybe it'll blow over” might be the way it started. “Go to...reactions5comments
Impact of COPD on Quality of Life: By the Numbers...As with many chronic conditions, the full impact an individual’s life can be difficult to assess. Most healthcare professionals focus on managing symptoms and treatment, while the substantial impact on...reactionscomments
One more thing...On top of rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, osteoporosis, having chemo for a rare cutaneous cancer, I found out I have COPD. This news just put me over the top until I...reactions2comments
Well-Meant Words...“There are a lot of well-meant words from people who aren’t familiar with life with COPD. What’s your advice to those people? What do you wish they would say?”...reactions4replies
LVRS...Hi, I am 61 years old and have had COPD since I was 48. I am now at 24% capacity. I try to walk every day and if I can't...reactions6comments
