A Disaster of a Week...Life seems to be throwing crazy at me lately, and this week is no exception. In Austin we had a major ice storm and on Monday might my power went...Reactions0reactionsComments18 repliesTreatment
I have an ARTICLE from: COPD NEWS TODAY, About how CPAP | BiPAP | VPAP, Helps COPD with EXACERBATIONS and OSA...This ARTICLE is dated: JANUARY 30, 2023: Here’s the LINK: https://copdnewstoday.com/news/cpap-use-night-lowers-copd-exacerbation-risk-sleep-apnea/...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesAwarenessDiagnosisCoping
Snack tip helps me, i hope can help others ...I wake up many times every night. I started this several weeks ago due to weight loss. I keep a container next to me in bed with an assortment of...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesDiet & NutritionSleepTips & Advice
Major Power Outage and another hospital follow up...I have stage 4 copd, emphysema, on 02 24/7. Hospitalized jan 11-14, then hospitalized again Jan 24-26. Put on 2 week course of Prednisone plus antibiotics. Still on those meds...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesAwarenessTips & AdviceBreathing
Can I Apply for Disability if I Have COPD?...I didn’t answer that question fully in the first article. When I applied for disability in 2011, the main requirement for someone with COPD was an FEV1 of 40%. Of...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
What next?...I'm a 68 y/o male and have had COPD for a few years. I had an exacerbation in 2018 that cleared up very well. That's when I quit smoking. I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesEmphysemaBreathingFlares
COPD questions and request advice and help...Hi to all. I was originally diagnosed with COPD when I went to a primary care clinic but their test was just a plastic tube to breathe into,which was administered...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCoping
Hi to all...I had a letter from hospital saying that I have obstructive lung defect which I presume is Copd my husband has copd himself and I've always been a passive smoker...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
What next?...I'm a 68 y/o male and have had COPD for a few years. I had an exacerbation in 2018 that cleared up very well. That's when I quit smoking. I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesFlares SymptomsEmphysema
Hospitalized follow up, anxiety, coping,venting...So got discharged on Saturday 14th after 4 day hospital stay. Opened mail on Sunday from my insurance. Dated jan 14th it was a notice of denial of medical coverage!...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
New Compound May Make Rescue Inhalers Work Better...As a self-professed nerd, I am constantly reading research articles. Today I came across a very interesting article. This is one of my favorite sites for learning about what is...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Rehab clinic...Has anyone been to a rehab centre for copd.My doctor has referred me and I would like to know if anyone has enjoyed any benefits.Thank you....Reactions0reactionsComments17 repliesPulmonary Rehabilitation
Has anyone heard of actelactisis??...I'm new here and am awaiting to be officially diagnosed with COPD. My partner and I have had a rough couple of years with health and covid has made it...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesBreathing
recovering after a flareup...How long does it take to feel normal again after a flareup? Finished 10 days of antibiotics 2 weeks ago but still coughing up junk and having panic attacks for...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
zephyr valves...Hello, I am a 64 yr. old male in stage 3 COPD. I have been evaluated for zephyr valves but I was told that I do not qualify because I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
Bringing Awareness: Part 2...You can find part one of this story here. It’s not enough that we have to be aware of our physical and mental health. We have to be aware of...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Has anyone heard of pneumonitis, which is very similar to COPD?...I am newly diagnosed with hypersensitivity chronic pneumonitis, not to be confused with pneumonia. The symptoms are very similar to COPD--shortness of breath, cough, fatigue, and so on. The cause...Reactions0reactionsComments19 repliesNewly DiagnosedTreatmentSymptoms
Ribcage cramps and spasms...Hi, I have been having these for a few years and they are getting worse it seems. Closer to get having them or lasting longer. I don't have a pulmonologist...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Pneumonia Yes it was so WORTH IT!...just got out of the hospital after a small two day stay with pneumonia and I feel it was worth having it again. Finally on Jan 18th our little family...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCopingFriends & FamilyTravel
