My Grandsons Interviewed Me About COPD: Here's What They Asked...My grandkids are always inquisitive about my Alpha-1, so I thought I would share their questions and how I answer them in an article. I gave them instructions to ask...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
shortness of breath / good oxygen level...New to the forum. I was diagnosed in June. Is it normal to have good oxygen reading but still be short of breath? Simple tasks and I can't catch my...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesInsurance & DisabilityBreathing
I learned something new for when the power goes out!...This last week we had a power outage for about 7 hours or so. I only had 3 hours of a portable tank left and ended up in the Emergency...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Newbee here...I've been fake breathing and hiding my weakness for almost a year when I got caught , lol was put in the hospital after going to a like an other...Reactions0reactionsComments14 replies
My Wildfire Week...Our country is on fire from coast to coast across Canada, including the North and through Quebec. A controlled burn rids the forest of debris, dead trees, and leaves and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
how to treat a cold with underlying emphysema...have caught my first cold after being diagnosed with emphysema. Should i get antibiotics?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesMedical Marijuana
Medicines...Hi guys im still coming to terms with my stage 4 diagnosis on july 5 and they have me on a new inhaler and also i have an infection in...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
CT Scan...I got my results back from my pulmonologist, apparently I have scarring on my right lung, lower lobe, I was told to redo the scan in a year. Does this...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Advice for a Newly Diagnosed COPD Patient...Editor's note: Always consult with your medical team before starting a new diet or exercise routine. Being diagnosed with COPD can seem scary and overwhelming, but it doesn't have to...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Incontinence ...I've recently been suffering from incontinence I've noticed when I get out of breath, even walking upstairs, I've got no control of my bladder does anyone else have this problem?...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Choosing a flutter valve. ...Recommended by doc not sure how to pick one. Price points. Features. Place to by from. Checked online and wide range confusing !’ Any help greatly appreciated. Was told Acapella...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Pulmonary Rehabilitation...I am pleased to announce, that I have finally been approved for pulmonary rehab. My first session is next Wednesday. I'm excited to start to say the least. Blessing to...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesPulmonary Rehabilitation
My husband is very difficult to work with when his chest starts wheezing and he can't breath...Husband is very impatient why can someone please do you also have that problem...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCoping
Ashmatic but diagnosed with COPD ...Treatment is currently on duolin nabs 3x a day with ashtavent and baclate it seems like its not really helping much his short of breath wheezing chest very congestive he...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
What type of nebulizer do you use?...Jet nebulizers vs. mesh nebulizers. Which do you use? Do you find it helpful?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesTips & AdviceTreatment
Update on bronchoscope and mucinex use...Just want to share my experience. I felt like the mucinex caused a flare up and indeed it did. I had really gone downhill in the last few months. I...Reactions0reactionsComments12 replies
Hello group...I just joined, so hello. I dont have coughs, or phlem, ( or good spelling) I had an episode about 3 weeks ago going on vacation. My throat started closing...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesBreathing
Hi to all...My husband has Copd diagnosed in 2007 and he gets angry about things and how he is I understand hoe he feels but he's the one who has always smoked...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
This or That: Mesh or Jet Nebulizers...Given the variety of options available for nebulizers today, I believe this to be a reasonable question. Which is better: mesh nebulizers or jet nebulizers? If you want a rundown...Reactions0reactionsComments20 comments
Living with End Stage Emphysema...During my last hospital visit in May, one of the pulmonary doctors told me I had end-stage emphysema. I had never heard this diagnosis before, and got very emotional, thinking...Reactions0reactionsComments48 repliesEnd StageEmphysema
