Am I Copd ...The chest X ray tells bilateral accentuated lung vascularity does it mean I am diagnosis of copd?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
carbociteine...Several months ago I was started on a drug called carbocisteine and I think I is quite effective. I just wondered if anyone else had any thoughts....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
How do you deal with knowing what it's going to do to you, when your times up....I was told two and a half years ago that I had asthma, chronic bronchitis ,COPD , and in stage 3 emphysema, I didn't believe them. I partied, smoked ,drank...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesEmphysemaProgressionMental Health
Has anyone heard or experienced Ingrezza causing COPD like side effects?...Two of my doctors have suggested that what the emergency room doctor diagnosed as COPD exacerbation may be a side effect of Ingrezza. That was recently prescribed for me for...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesNewly DiagnosedSide Effects
COPD and Risk for Heart Disease...Dealing with COPD can come with a lot of challenges. For many people, heart disease is one of the biggest issues they face. How does COPD raise your risk for...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Option for People With COPD: High-Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation Vests...During a recent conversation with a home healthcare specialist, I discovered that high-frequency chest wall oscillation (HFCWO) vests are now accessible for certain people managing COPD. But what exactly are...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Active 7 days agoNewly diagnosed former Firefighter...I am a 57 year old man and was diagnosed with COPD/EMPHYSEMA over 2 years ago and since then my breathing has been short and I get out of breath...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesProgressionSmoking
Only me...Doctor fatigue? You make me laugh. Over here, after diagnosis, we get shoved over to COPD specialists. In theory, we see them every six months or so (but can ring...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
On 10 mg of prednisone and not getting better...I had an exacerbation after riding my electric bike easy for 20 minutes. I'm on Prednisone 10mg for 5 days and have not improved . I'm supposed to cut back...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Anesthesia with COPD 4....Has anyone undergone MRIs and surgical procedures with anesthesia while having end stage? I’m curious as to how this can work… personal experience appreciated. 🙏...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
Recently diagnosed “mild” COPD...61 yr old great to be here. Besides the general symptoms out of breath etc I have heavy breathing thru my throat also constant nasal congestion. I have a nasal...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesDiagnosis
The tHing about having C.O.P.D....C.O.P.D is one of the Illnesses that is Deceiving in that the Person suffering with it looks quite normal. Until a friend "says you look out of Breath"! And then...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesAwareness
Answers FINALLY! Since July...Well folks it started in another post that I can not find now, but here it goes. Went for my 3 month CT, check on cancer June 20. CT came...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCopingAwareness
Do I have COPD ? ...36 years old male. Smoke history 10 years. Just had lung function test. Copd ? Hi everyone. Just had my lung function test today. FVC 5.1 L , 116% pred...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesAwarenessDiagnosis
Finding Deals on Mobility Devices and Supplies...Throughout your journey with COPD, you will no doubt spend a great deal of money on medicine and supplies to assist you with your symptoms. Insurance does cover some, but...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Insurance ...Part D coverage what do some of you use I’m with WellCare RX it’s killing me...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Can a Flu or COVID shot cause a flare up ?...I Had a flu shot and felt like I might have a flareup starting. I asked my doctor and he said no because it’s a dead virus. Maybe I’m not...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
Drinking milk a problem ...I have mucus buildup when drinking milk. anyone else experience this ?or is it typical...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Breathing Easy Through the Seasons...It feels like not long ago, the bitter cold of winter was the major discussion. Think about it: we all have some type of weather in common. It's something people...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
