David Ball ...Well I worked in the Volkswagen stamping plant for years we started working on doors from Germany that they had a problem they couldn't fix I went back and fixed...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Trouble Sleeping...I don't know what is happening to me. The last week I got all ready for bed but can't sleep. When I lay down to go to bed, I'm finding...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
3 week countdown until......My first grandson's countdown to birthday!! I've tried hard every day to get whatever exercise I can in. Have kept to my med routine and have taken my 10 supplements...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Julie's story...Hello, my name is Julie I am a smoker I do have COPD emphysema and I have three nodules on my lungs. I have severe pain in my back I...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
OHS...Does anyone have ohs ? I’m on o2 only 2.5. And need a by-pap at night to get as much of the co2 out of my system otherwise I pass...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCoping
About inhalers...You know I know I have COPD but I've noticed that if I use my inhalers it feels like I get worse I feel like I can breathe better without...Reactions0reactionsComments11 replies
Some Days Are Worse Than Others...No two days are the same and some days are better or worse than others. The fight just never seems to go away, and it begins anew every morning. Some...Reactions0reactionsComments25 comments
Exercising with copd...Hi folks. I have been following copd.net for quite a while. This is my 1st time asking a question. I need help please!! I have severe copd & heart issues...Reactions0reactionsComments9 replies
Giving Up Smoking Due to COPD Diagnosis...I have seen quite a few people in this forum and on many social network forums trying to quit smoking. I have shared some tips that helped me there, but...Reactions0reactionsComments42 comments
Lung Volume Reduction Surgery ...Has anyone had this surgery or the valve surgery. My Dr thinks I should have the LVRS. Was wondering if they had an improvement in their breathing. Thank you in...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Z Valves...My understanding about the valves were that your lungs had to be bad enough for them to help. I had 2 doctors tell me both of my lungs were to...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
IMST...What success have others had with Inspiratory Muscle Strength Training (IMST) ?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesBreathing
Is living in the mountains going to make me worse? ...I was just diagnosed with COPD. Right now I'm on Trelegy and a rescue inhaler. BUT - our home is at 6800 feet. Is living here going to make me...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Spirometry test results...Had my test today. Already know I have stage 2 copd as well as asthma. Very confused due to the 3 covid lockdowns, I hadnt been tested since 2019. I...Reactions0reactionsComments0 replies
Spring Ahead With COPD...We just had a time change and sprung ahead an hour. I read that the general idea of why we do this is to make better use of natural daylight...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Going to bed new experiences and scared...The last week going to bed has been scarry. I've been having a hard time with breatheing at night feels like I've lost my breath and mucus is a lot...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
CT scan shows mild paraseptal emphysema - Dr said to forget about it ...Hi, I'm 34M ex heavy smoker, quitted 4 years ago. My GP ordered a CT scan following few months of général fatigue, cough in the morning, shortness of breath. CT...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
Bivalent vaccine ...Hi everybody . I am considering to get the 4 th bivalvent vaccine by Pfizer . They are still monitoring side effects and I read an article regarding an uptick...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Advice on bras...I'm finding it to be more and more difficult wearing a bra and I'm very frustrated. I've spent all kinds of money trying different styles, different sizes - none seem...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesTips & AdviceBreathing
Places to Live Where the Climate Is Suitable for COPD...I live in Illinois, and for the most part, we have four seasons. I loved growing up in a little rural town where everyone knew everyone, and I felt safe...Reactions0reactionsComments83 comments
