Ask the Advocates: Assistive Devices...We asked our health leader team which assistive devices or tools work best for their chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and lifestyle.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
What is your experience with pulmonary rehab?...My physician just ordered pulmonary rehab for me. I’d love to hear any experiences, if you’re willing to share. Thanks...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Diagnosis of pulmonary Mycobacterium Avium Complex...Has any one else been diagnosed with MAC. What was your treatment. My pulmonologist thinks this may be causing my chronic bronchiectasis, cough, fatigue and weight loss. She is still...Reactions0reactionsComments25 replies
Ask the Advocates: Withdrawing...My circle of friends is no longer there, though I have made a few special friends in the pulmonary rehab program.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
What Are Obstructive Sleep Apnea and CPAP?...Furthermore, one study showed that 65.9% of COPD patients participating in pulmonary rehabilitation have a diagnosis of sleep apnea.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Who Is at Risk for COPD?...Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is also known as COPD. COPD is a chronic lung disease that results from damaged lungs and airways.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Going to Gym with Oxygen...I'm planning a trial of this soon because my pulmonary rehab has run out. Thank you....Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Top 10 Steps for Coping With COPD...Don't be afraid to ask about treatment alternatives or to request additional therapies such as pulmonary rehabilitation.... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Antibiotics, Mucolytics, and Opioids...Some types of drugs are commonly used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). One of these is called a bronchodilator.... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for later
COPD Stages: How Are They Helpful?...Before we begin, it may be helpful to read my post, “What is a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)?” So, click on over if you need to.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Question about mask, cannulas...It is a question to remember to ask my pulmonary doctor again....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesBreathing
COPD and AFIB...Our health center is closing down the pulmonary dept so went to a PA who ' knew a lot about COPD' Given inhalers and nebulizer machine. Steroids....Reactions0reactionsComments9 replies
Why I Chose Not to Have a Lung Transplant...First I had to complete another twenty-one sessions of pulmonary rehab and a more recent CT Scan to bring with me.... By Carol Kirker4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments69 comments
Lung transplant ...My pulmonary doctor said I could be a candidate for double lung transplant. I want to have a second opinion.,or some other options....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesPulmonary RehabilitationBreathing
COPD: Now What?...Ask too about pulmonary rehab, this is a wonderful program where they show you how to breathe, exercises you should do and more.... By Janet Plank5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
On Death and Dying: Part 1...I have COPD, which is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Under the COPD heading are emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and alpha-one deficiency.... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Coping With COPD Flare-Ups...I try to be particularly conscious of this in my pulmonary work-out center, especially around now when everyone is coughing and sneezing (including me!... By KevinDavitt4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
Trelegy better or not...I also have other issues and can’t get my primary and pulmonary on same page. Should I go to internist instead.?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesFlares
Does anyone else here have pulmonary fibrosis?...It also found that I have pulmonary fibrosis. Does anyone else have this and what works for you to relieve the symptoms? Thanks!...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Just told I have restrictive lung disease, told I have chronic bronchitis???...Other than that NO treatment plan for Pulmonary Hypertension....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
