Metabolic Conditions Linked to COPD...People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) often have problems that are linked to the body’s metabolism and nutrition.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Bronchodilators...Bronchodilators are a type of medicine used to prevent and treat the symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Denny my story...My CT scan at hospital showed I had severe pulmonary hypertension. I had left it some time be seeking help which I regret so much.... By denny19571 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Early 30's........Pulmonary function tests every 6 months along with yearly CT scans to monitor the nodule.... By 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Finally A Ray Of Hope...My Pulmonary Doctor Told Me My Only Option Was A Lung Transplant But I Was Not Ready For That At This Point In My Life.... By frankie31 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments30 comments
Documents Every COPDer Should Have - Part 2..., right now I'm sitting here writing this article, but, I'm fully aware of the fact I could get up from my chair and have an exacerbation, cardiac or By Mary Ultes6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD...Pulmonary Rehab, trying new medications, discussing lung reduction, lung transplant and most importantly mental health.... By julie1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Just Diagnosed with Moderate COPD...I then had the pulmonary function test which showed a baseline of 55% that went up to 63% after I was given 4 puffs of Albuterol, I think.... By sirfrancis1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 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
FALLING OFF THE PRECIPICE!!...But, you still need to incorporate some safe exercise whilst you are losing this weight and I have contacted my local pulmonary rehab nurses and will be... By 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Understanding my diagnosis...Is this the same as ILD or interstitial fibrosis....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesNewly DiagnosedDiagnosis
Introducing my COPD journey...Primary care doctor referred me to have a Pulmonary Function Test and recommended a Pulmonologist. Stage 4 COPD diagnosis.... By George B1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments21 comments
The pool and I...Well, thanks to pulmonary rehab 3 times and My desire to live as full of a life as possible I continue on.... By picturemehappy1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
diagnosis...Pulmonary rehab isn't just a hobby. If you have a lung doctor and this hasn't been discussed, I suggest a second opinion.... By jcupdike1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Same Devil, Different Levels - Same Level, Different Devils...from surrounding environmental triggers and the extreme effect the slightest bit of exertion has on my body and the fear of my going into cardiac or pulmonary... By Mary Ultes8 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
42 and strong willed...My PCP and pulmonary dr have helped me a lot.... By erinbhou19801 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments24 comments
Pulmonary Rehabilitation...I am pleased to announce, that I have finally been approved for pulmonary rehab. My first session is next Wednesday....Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesPulmonary Rehabilitation
Invisible needs?...My point is #1 if you are a vet and in the VA system and need a hospital bed call them (the pulmonary dept.) and if they don't know... By tomboyer461 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
So this is my life now?...Pulmonary rehab was great too.... By Gemini lady1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
It's a Genetic Thing: Alpha 1...Pulmonary Rehab and exercise a must. So if you are young, and have been diagnosed with COPD be sure you are tested for Alpha 1.... By alpha1val1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
