Redefining Being a Karen...When my mom met Karen at the last job she had in early 2000, she found in Karen a funny, supportive, younger...reactions2comments
Adjustable mattress...I have been considering investing in an adjustable mattress so I can raise my head/torsi to assist with breathing and GERD. Has...reactions16repliesBreathingCoping
Quitting cigarettes ...Inpatient programs to help with smoking cessation. Why aren't they available?...reactions7replies
cleaning products...I feel some of my COPD has been caused by years of toxic chemicals used for cleaning....reactions1replyBreathing
Advice ...I am 38 years old and my lungs are severely damaged and I am on the finally stage of emphysema i got...reactions8repliesCoping
Breztri vs Symbicort...Hello all. First post. I'm 72 years old and smoked for over 40 years. 14 months ago I was diagnosed with Emphysema...reactions11repliesBreathing
Will bird dander/feces have a negative impact on my Copd?...I love all animals and so does my roommate. She loves to fill her bird feeders and we even put peanuts out...reactions4repliesBreathing
Surviving the Summer...It wasn't long ago when the bitter cold of winter was the major discussion again and again. Think about it: weather is...reactions4comments
5 Tips for Staying Hydrated With COPD...Staying hydrated is important for anyone, but if you have a chronic disease like COPD, it’s even more important, and there are...reactions2comments
Mobility Scooter...Hi, Im. 62 yr old man with avanced Emphysema, About 4yrs ago I surrender my drivers license after suffering an exacerbation while...reactions2repliesCopingTips & Advice
I need tips for living with a smoker....My husband is still smoking and he said he would stop smoking in the house, but he hasn't. I don't know how...reactions4repliesSmokingFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
Anxiety ...I have extreme anxiety PTSD with the exacerbations I have had. I'm scared all time. I'm on anxiety meds but still have...reactions6repliesCoping
How do I explain things to my family...It all happened so fast. Boom pneumonia and diagnosed with COPD never to be the same again. Unfortunately some of my family...reactions4repliesAwarenessDepression
COPD:GREAT BENEFIT OF NAC600 USE!...I use NAC600 three times a day. I have COPD stage 4. The NAC not only contains mega-antioxidants for various other illnesses...reactions1replyTreatment
Flares...Has anyone tried the flared cannulas? I’ve heard some positive things about them. I’d like to hear from you if you have...reactions2repliesBreathing
too many complications...After numerous tests over many months I now have to travel 90 miles for a consultation with a heart surgeon because most...reactions1reply
Doctor Vacations...I have not had time for myself since my first cancer in 2002. It is now 2024, I am currently being tested...reactions1replyCopingMental Health
Thoughts Only Those With Lung Disease Can Relate To...We often refer to anyone with breathing issues as "lungers." This includes people with diseases like asthma (which I have) and COPD...reactions9comments
How to cope...I was not aware that I had COPD although I had been very short of breath I put in down to heart...reactions7repliesDiagnosis
Very hard time sleeping ...Hello everyone. In January I got long Covid which has now been diagnosed as emphysema. Needless to say I'm trying to get...reactions1replyNewly Diagnosed
