Lung Function Blood Tests...If someone’s lungs are not working properly, there can be too much carbon dioxide in the blood, or not enough oxygen.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
COPD Conditions: Chronic Bronchitis & Emphysema...The main breathing tubes are called bronchi, and the smaller tubes are called bronchioles.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Supplements, Herbal Treatments, and Antioxidants...Many claims are not backed by science and may be trying to take advantage of people.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
What Is Mental Health?...A stressful job may be a contributing factor for some, while trauma might be for others.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Who Is at Risk for COPD?...Some of these risk factors are avoidable. Others are not. Avoiding the risk factors you can may lower your risk of developing COPD.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Managing Healthcare Expenses...There are also PAPs, which offer free or low-cost medicines to people who cannot afford them.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Bored out of my brain...It seems to be worse for me when the sun is shining, I want to be busy doing things but I can’t.... By Blackmirror1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Living With COPD...People with COPD are more prone to infections.... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for later
Coping With the Emotional Impact of COPD...There are many resources available for those with COPD who are having a hard time coping.... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for later
Has My COPD Been Cured?...We are often told that COPD is incurable and irreversible. But consider my story.... By seniortraveler2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
General Mental Health Resources...There are organizations that offer affirming care and resources to people of all identities. Some examples are listed below.... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for later
It's been a heck of a year....Had to be on high doses of prednisone then tapered down over about a year and a half.... By rnlinda1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Bored stiff and it's cold outside?...yes - after twenty tries you are getting somewhere and using your eyes far better. Try an eye, a nose a ....... By bin there and dunit1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Pre Double Lung Transplant...I tell myself I am not sick just my lungs are. I have been so lucky only one hospital stay.... By bamagirl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
MY COPD CAUSES ARE MANY...From birth til teens several reasons why I have COPD. After a severe lung infection was diagnosed with COPD, had several very serious flare-ups including carbon dioxide poisoning which was... By mardurd1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Choices are often related to awareness...I am less likely to fail when I realize that my goals for the day are REACH-able. A hike in the woods might be a fun idea, but... By jcupdike1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Active todayBreat sensitivity...This is a little awkward for me to ask. ( being a man ) But has anyone heard of or experienced their meds causing Breast Sensitivity? I am on both...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSide Effects
I don't know where to turn....me and my 2 sisters which will have to be sold soon.... By alaskanwoodsman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Are my symptoms rib cramping or bloating?...Maybe it is just week muscles that are the cause. I do not know but it is with me every day.... By batcavelady1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Wife and I are both on oxygen...You see I am also on oxygen and have been for 6 years now. So now those of you that have oxygen tangling problems, have something to laugh about.... By seabolt1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
