cut glass turning into cancer...I am wondering if anyone else has had ground glass in there lungs turning or being connected to lung cancer?...reactions7repliesNewly DiagnosedDiagnosis
Pulmonary Rehabilitation...Good afternoon all. I went to my evaluation for pulmonary rehab. The nurse was nice, but I was a little disappointed after her monitoring my blood oxygen after a 6...reactions19repliesPulmonary Rehabilitation
New to COPD...My journey started, I’m thinking, last October. I hadn’t been diagnosed yet, but my doctor said it was COPD and I was having a flare-up. It was the first time...reactionscomments
Acute Kidney Damage, COVID, Pneumonia, Sepsis...I was admitted to the hospital with body cramps and swollen hands and feet, while in hospital it was discovered I had acute kidney damage due to low sodium levels...reactionscomments
My COPD life...Hello my name is Keith and I am a 51-year-old male with a partner and 2 kids. A girl who is 26 and a boy who is 20 years old...reactions13comments
Pulmonary Rehab...Good afternoon all. I went to my evaluation for pulmonary rehab. The nurse was nice, but I was a little disappointed after her monitoring my blood oxygen after a 6...reactions26repliesPulmonary Rehabilitation
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions4repliesInsurance & 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...reactions1reply
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...reactions14replies
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...reactionscomments
how to treat a cold with underlying emphysema...have caught my first cold after being diagnosed with emphysema. Should i get antibiotics?...reactions3repliesMedical 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...reactions1replyDiagnosis
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...reactions6replies
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...reactions4comments
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?...reactions6replies
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...reactions5replies
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...reactions6repliesPulmonary 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...reactions3repliesCoping
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...reactions1reply
