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...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...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 –...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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”...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...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...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?...reactions4replies
LVRS...Hi, I am 61 years old and have had COPD since I was 48. I am now at 24% capacity. I try...reactions6comments
Be Proactive In Care...Caregivers: Maybe you’ve heard of being proactive. In simple terms, being proactive is thinking ahead. An example of being proactive would be...reactionscomments
PELICAN STUDY...I would like to let you know about a study about oxygen use going on that will help others and make you...reactions2comments
Looking for advice...Hello everyone - has anyone had any experience with getting liquid oxygen? I'm in the process of trying to switch from compressors...reactions8comments
