Kathy...Hi please can you tell me if I should be taking Anoro , every day . I am putting on so much weight! The dr said I should be. doing...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Donating Plasma for Alpha-1 Patients...Jackie strongly emphasizes the essential significance of plasma donation in bringing hope and support to persons who struggle with Alpha-1. Donation improves and saves lives!...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Symptoms ...Hi I have stage 4 Emphysema With no symptoms! I am needing a lung transplant I was diagnosed in 2018 non symptomatic I then had the Astra Zenica And 3...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesDiagnosis
Allergies...Any suggestions on cleaning supplies that won't effect breathing? I have tried many that say allergy free,natural etc and still get burning eyes tight chest and cough.has anyone found something...Reactions0reactionsComments8 replies
Questions COPD Patients Have at the Hospital...There are some basic questions that everyone with COPD should know the answers to. Questions like "What is COPD?" and "What are the best treatment options?" I want to talk...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Antidepressants...Does anyone here take them? Do they help? I am seriously considering getting my GP to prescribe some for me....Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesCoping
Reasons You Could Have Blood in Your Mucus When Coughing...Editor's note: If you are experiencing the presence of blood in the mucus, please seek medical attention immediately for a medical evaluation and guidance. While I was on our community...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
atriovent ...hi everyone i’m considering myself a total newcomer as although i’ve been a member since 2019 i don’t get that much spare time for myself as my husband has got...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTreatment
Steps per day...I walk between 2500 and 3000 steps per day (not all at once). Not sure if that is alot or not enough. Does anybody else keep up with their steps?...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesExercise
What is COPD Staging?...While moderating our community social media platforms, I noticed a post from one of our community members. They asked, “What is end-stage COPD, and what are some symptoms?" If I...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Active 3 days agoHas anyone discussed a "Lung Transplant" with you?...It was about my 2nd appointment with my new Pulmonologist when he mentioned "that we should consider a Lung Transplant as an option" for my End stage COPD? That was...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesNewly Diagnosed
COPD ...How long it will i should take a check up I should be on for COPD...Reactions0reactionsComments10 replies
Me and COPD...I don't mean to make this a woe is me thing and hope it does not come across that way. As to why am I writing this, I don't know...Reactions0reactionsComments18 comments
Oxygen levels ...I hear people talk about doctors telling them what their oxygen levels should be . This level is when you are not active , right ? Also can a RT...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesBreathing
Pulse Oximeters...Do finger pulse oximeters give accurate readings when you are walking . I heard the wrist oximeters didn't and weren't certified by govt. agencies....Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesAwareness
Tips for guaifenesin ...Does anybody take guaifenesin long term every day ?...Reactions0reactionsComments14 repliesSide Effects
Low dose ct lung cancer screening...I have had several low dose ct scans since 2017. I also went on oxygen therepy in 2017. In 2020 I had 4 zephyr valves placed in left lung. My...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesAwarenessEmphysemaTreatment
Morning symptoms...My mornings are the worst part of the day for me. Lot of coughing and mucus clearing. I usually get up between 6 - 6:30 AM. It takes me til...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Questions To Ask Your Doctor After Your Diagnosis ...So, you’ve had that appointment. The one you were told you have a diagnosis of COPD. You’ve had time to ponder it, perhaps enough to accept and study it. Now...Reactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Chronic cough at night...Is there an over the counter cough remedy that could help with the chronic cough? Loo...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesTreatment
