Dental appointments ...very short of breath with the slightest exertion and comprised mobility, although my o2 saturation levels are good and I’m not on oxygen, the idea of sitting...reactions2repliesCopingTips & Advice
Young and scared...Tomorrow is my start date for quiting smoking. so please wish me luck, and thank you a head of time for your input and advice. -Glass...reactions2replies
Copd advice needed...She is becoming slightly short of breath at times when just sitting....reactions7repliesBreathing
Traveling...Since then he has practically stopped doing anything but sitting on couch , drinking beer. He was never a lazy person....reactions6repliesProgression
Question on types of COPD...I was diagnosed with COPD last November, although having regular scans over the years as I had cancer, my urologist was putting on his reports every time...reactions10repliesDiagnosis
Just Starting Diagnosis Process...It is most noticeable to me after eating and when just sitting....reactions8repliesTips & Advice
Is this another side effect of COPD?...This happens to when legs are crossed or anytime I’m particularly short of breath or just sitting in a chair. No vein issues detected when tested....reactions9repliesSide EffectsExercise
Nose Dryness and crustiness from Oxygen Cannulas...covers Saline Packet (1 should last 5-7 days if used daily) Distilled Water ( 3-4 Teas per daily use) Cotton Ball or Cotton Round (That you will be cutting...reactions5repliesBreathing
You need you oxygen...Keeping in mind that I put the regulator on "conserve" when ever I am sitting down. Now what do I do with a 1/2 tank?...reactions3repliesBreathingCoping
Anxiety and panic attacks...To survive lost my disability Social Security able to get it back now I'm just scared and just need encouragement I haven't quit smoking I end up sitting...reactions6replies
Tough Love!...I do get some comfort from knowing that I’m putting forth so much effort to remain stable, at least for the moment....reactions5repliesExercise
Treatment Progress!...She will be putting me on a diuretic now for that, and I will monitor my weight daily for clues. 2) As I cannot currently travel, They are coming...reactions1replyTreatment
exercise...Aerobic Exercise #1: Arms Up Sitting in a chair, hold a rolled towel or elastic band on your lap with both hands....reactions4replies
exercise...Aerobic Exercise #1: Arms Up Sitting in a chair, hold a rolled towel or elastic band on your lap with both hands....reactions4replies
My BF has stage 3 COPD.. I am totally lost....I've pretty much been reduced to putting up with it, it IS his life and his decision anyway....reactions13repliesCopingIntimacy & RelationshipsSmoking
What next?...I can maintain 98-99 O2 Sat sitting at my desk or in my recliner but, as soon as I get up and start moving (with 3 lpm in my...reactions1replyFlares SymptomsEmphysema
The Worst Part of COPD for Me...I was relegated to sitting and watching everyone else carry and move stuff....reactions14repliesCoping
Copd, a learning curve...Bending over 90 degrees, for example putting your shoes and socks on, can also leave me breathless....reactions1replyAwareness
Here we go again! Another Exacerbation!...I think I will go spend a few minutes putting out the trash and getting some more water before I try to crash again....reactions44repliesChronic Bronchitis
I Got My New NIV Machine!...I thought it would be noisy, though it is sitting on my nightstand right next to my concentrator. But it isn't....reactions5repliesBreathing
