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
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 laterReactions0reactionsComments23 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
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
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
COPD caused by RA nodules...I have a new pulmonary doctor who didn't even diagnose a really bad lung infection changing soon. Doesn't tell you anything. Good luck everyone.... By andy1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
So this is my life now?...Pulmonary rehab was great too.... By Gemini lady1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Surgery paralyzed my diaphragm on the left side...I have come to the conclusion that pulmonary treatment techniques are medieval.... By patricialee2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
My COPD Journey...I resisted that, so he sent me to pulmonary rehab. Now I am 6'2" and at that time weighed 230 pounds.... By jsielke2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
My Emphysema Journey...The doctor set me on my journey with oxygen at night, a daily inhaler, and a stint at pulmonary rehab.... By viveggen2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Accepting COPD...I also went to the Pulmonary Rehab gym which, besides getting in better shape at 75, I look and feel better and stronger.... By maxinepotts2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments20 comments
Emphysema and Confusion...Basically stage three but further pulmonary testing to follow in next two weeks due to current sinus infection.... By brucifer2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
More than COPD...Pulmonary Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis Rare (Interstitial Lung Disease) https://www.histio.org/page.aspx?... By rockinrene652 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The Story of My COPD...I ended up in the hospital for five days with acute pulmonary failure. I left the hospital on oxygen #3. I quit smoking again.... By sweetness623 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
My Journey so far with COPD...I'm starting Pulmunonary Rehab next week and I'm looking forward to it but having major anxiety because it's a big walk to the door.... By JennieS2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
To have mucus or not to have mucus that is my question...From from My pulmonary doctor another from my pulmonary rehab technicians. My Doctor says...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
Family Support Is Critical...I knew something was going on so I intentionally made an appointment to see a Pulmonary Specialist as a birthday present to myself.... By seburnworth034 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
