Standing my ground...Back in January 1999, I became quite poorly, coughing a lot of green phlegm, getting very breathless and losing weight, I went back and forth to me GP who kept...reactions1comment
Have no idea what to expect !...I just did the 6 minute test with the Pulmonologist and had above average results ! Then I come home and 2 days later I go for a walk and...reactions2repliesBreathingCoping
How Do I Connect With Real People Living With COPD?...Getting through life with COPD can sometimes feel intimidating or confusing, particularly when facing it without support. After receiving the diagnosis of COPD, it can be overwhelming to navigate through...reactions5comments
Depression and COPD...Have you experienced depression alongside your COPD? How do you manage it?...reactions35repliesMental HealthCoping
5 Tips for Managing Depression With COPD...My mom was an open book. Whatever she was going through, those close to her knew about it. She spoke in plain terms about managing depression with COPD. She didn’t...reactionscomments
So many questions.. Please help me...Im a 49 year old male.. Ex smoker.. And I've been diagnosed with COPD... But I have been told that there's nothing I can do to try and help or...reactions5replies
My Journey so far with COPD...My name is Jennie, I am 62 yrs old but was 61 when diagnosed. I have smoked since I was 14 and quit for the first time in my life...reactions7comments
Trilegy inhaler ...My doctor prescribed trilogy 200 inhaler, very expensive, is there another one that will work as well for a lot less money....reactions2replies
COPD and emphysema ?...Has anybody else been diagnosed with COPD and emphysema?...reactions16repliesDiagnosis
The COPD Declaration of Independence...As we turn the calendar page to July, we come upon the most American holiday of all: the Fourth of July (Independence Day). Our core memories of this holiday may...reactions2comments
Stage 4...What is stage 4 like for you? How can a caregiver support you? Why don’t drs say or help more? What must family understand now?...reactions17repliesTips & AdviceEnd StageFriends & Family
Newly diagnosed with Asthma and mild COPD...Never heard of COPD before so still trying to get my head around this. Currently it's mild COPD and I know it can't be reversed. However, what can I do...reactions2repliesCopingDiagnosis
Getting off to a good start...What are your best tips for getting off to the best start of your day? This is perhaps one of the biggest challenges for me, as I don't 'leap out...reactions2repliesTips & Advice
I still don't understand ...Docs told me that I have mild emphesema, Broncieastatis and alpha 1. Live healthy and you won't struggle too much they said. Well I haven't felt well for about four...reactions3repliesBreathingSymptoms
When I exercise it seems to make my COPD flare up...I have asked 3 doctors about this and cannot get a straight answer. Yesterday I felt really good and got on the indoor spinner bike for 25 minutes. I started...reactions2repliesCoping
Telehealth for COPD...Telehealth use is defined as an appointment with a doctor, nurse, or other health professional by video or phone. In 2021, telemedicine was more commonly used by women and older...reactions2comments
I cannot lie on my back, I feel like I am drowning and it’s hard for any test laying on back . Is this cause by my COPD ...I cannot lay on my back at all, it’s feels like I am drowning . I asked my doctors and they are all puzzled. I can’t take any MRI ...reactions18repliesBreathing
What BiPAP or CPAP Mask Do You Like Best?...If your doctor suggests trying a non-invasive ventilation (NIV) device like CPAP, BiPAP, or Trilogy ventilators, you might hesitate because you're not fond of the mask feeling on your face...reactions11comments
How To Support Someone With COPD...What are ways you could be better supported while having COPD?...reactions88repliesTips & AdviceCopingMental Health
COPD and Young People...What are some unique challenges young people face when diagnosed with COPD, and how can they best manage their condition at a younger age?...reactions7repliesTips & AdviceDiagnosis
