Pain in the Rib Cage...I wanted to post something about these muscle spasms. I also had these for quite some time and they were quite painful. They also inhibited my movements because I didn't...reactions6comments
The Fighting Side...Well we all know sometimes we want to just give up but then that fighting side of us comes out because let's face it most of us have too many...reactions2comments
What Tests Should I Expect During a Lung Transplant Evaluation?...Once you have been accepted into the evaluation process, you will be scheduled for tests ranging from physical therapy assessment to heart catheterization. Each test is important and must be...reactionscomments
How's Everyone Today?...Well how's everyone today? Love y'all. Well I've had a good day so far, went to a new church today with my wife and son and grandkids. Most people don't...reactions2comments
Alpha-1 Deficiency: Were You Tested?...Whether you are newly diagnosed with COPD or a 30-year veteran, Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency might be a new concept for you. While Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) is a considered a...reactions48comments
Diagnosed emphysema 1 month ago....I have been diagnosed with mild emphysema and quit my job as it was working with carbon fiber dust dust and chemicals. I also have RA so some symptoms overlap...reactions1reply
Live for Today...Having a chronic illness such as COPD can cause one to blame themselves for their disease. They feel guilty over things they did in the past such as smoking and...reactions6comments
Buff...It is so hard to live with this but I smoked many years. I've just married the love of my life. I'm now 56, she's 50. Been in love since...reactions2comments
The Lung Transplant Evaluation Team...During your lung transplant evaluation, you will meet with a large team of physicians, social workers, physical therapists, psychologists and dietitians. It is easy for that one idea to become...reactionscomments
I Love Life and My Family...I was diagnosed with COPD 5 yrs ago. I was hospitalized twice, came home both times on oxygen, which I came off, they say I am very severe. I do...reactions22comments
Testing for COPD - Part II: Breathing Tests...This is Part II of my experience with diagnostic testing for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. (Click here to read Part I.) When I was being diagnosed with COPD, I took...reactions5comments
Vocal chord disfunction...I have vocal chord disfunction caused by the use of inhalers. Is there anyone out there with this ailment and how do you cope with it?...reactions13comments
Expert Answers: Showering With COPD...Many people in the community have talked about the discomfort and challenges of showering when one has COPD. So we asked our experts for their ideas on the topic. Check...reactions39comments
COPD or Something Else?...Hello... I was recently diagnosed with COPD after a 7 day hospital stay, since then I have been told by another doctor it's acid reflux and now my sinus doctor...reactions6comments
I Am Scared!!...I am recently widowed and was diagnosed with COPD in Dec 2014. I have been in denial but now on oxygen and getting harder to go places or do my...reactions3comments
Community Feedback: Managing Changing Seasons...Depending on where you live, the months of April and May mean spring weather – the transition between harsh winter and humid summer. And October means fall. In many ways...reactionscomments
The Transplant Evaluation Request...Maybe you have heard of someone going through a transplant or maybe you have contributed financially to help someone else. However, I imagine that you never thought you would be...reactions3comments
The Question Now Is......I started smoking at twelve years of age. It wasn't just limited to tobacco. After eight crazy years of smoking whatever, my friends were beginning to use hard drugs. Heroin...reactions1comment
Managing Stress with COPD...A few community members have mentioned that managing COPD day-to-day can be stressful and often cause anxiety. Does anyone have any tips or strategies for handling stress?...reactions14replies
