COPD and Liver Disease - Could One Be Causing the Other?...All of the bloodwork showed that it was normal, but in the other testing, it showed that I had fatty liver and liver fibrosis.... By Jackie English2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Questions To Ask Your Doctor After Your Diagnosis ...Pulmonary rehabilitation is, therefore, a valuable resource.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Overnight Sleep Study...When it comes to sleeping, those with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) often have trouble getting a good night's rest.... By Jackie English1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
COPD Comorbidities...Pulmonary hypertension is high blood pressure that sends oxygenated blood to the heart and oxygen-depleted blood to the pulmonary arteries and back to... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
COPD Medical Abbreviations: What Do They Mean?...Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Almost forgot this abbreviation we all know too well. These are the ones I could think of.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
COPD and Nutrition: Managing Difficulties with Gaining Weight...Did you know breathing may require more energy if you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?... By American Lung Association3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Video: Move That Body...I have written much over the last decade about COPD, and my personal fight with it, how it is possible to improve our lives despite our illness, and of the... By derekc1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Exercising with COPD...For this reason, planning and following an exercise routine is a key part of a pulmonary rehabilitation program.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits with COPD...COPD is evaluated in Section 3.02, under the heading “Chronic pulmonary insufficiency.”... By Mariah Z. Leach3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Long-Term Oxygen Use and COPD...Pulmonary rehabilitation (rehab) is another common treatment for COPD.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Quitting Smoking...Quitting smoking is the most important thing that a person with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can do to manage the disease.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
At The Onset Of COPD...COPD is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease which is an umbrella term used to describe progressive lung diseases including emphysema, chronic bronchitis... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Are the Symptoms of Deep Vein Thrombosis?...A PE is a DVT complication that is caused by a blockage in one of the pulmonary arteries of the lungs.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Treating and Managing COPD...Pulmonary rehab may include: Some people with COPD use natural remedies as complementary therapies to help reduce COPD symptoms.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
What Does It All Mean?...COPD stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. This disease is progressive and incurable.... By Janet Plank5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
COPD Glossary...COPD - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. A chronic inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Education Is Key With COPD...There have been many studies verifying the benefits of pulmonary rehab. Still, not everyone with COPD has access to pulmonary rehab.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Spring Travel is Around the Corner!...and snowy winter can make anyone want to hibernate, and getting out of the house is even more difficult for individuals living with chronic obstructive pulmonary... By American Lung Association2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Year Was 1987: My 30 Years with COPD...I have journeyed many years with COPD. Next year will be an incredible 30 years since being first diagnosed by my then doctor. The year 1987 was much different to... By derekc4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Pursed Mouth Breathing Exercise ...Now you will know the best posture for pursed mouth breathing. It aids in expanding your chest and developing core strength. We start off by noticing your natural breath pace... By Karen Hoyt1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
