Four Things All COPD Patients Should Have...There are 15 million people in the U.S. with a diagnosis of COPD. Each one experiences this disease in unique ways. Some have mild COPD, while others have it severe...reactions17comments
Postherpetic Neuralgia Is a Real Pain...Postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is one of the most common complications of shingles. Up to 18 percent of people who get shingles will develop PHN. PHN causes severe pain that can...reactionscomments
Hospital admissions ...On Friday morning my wife was taken by blue lights to resus and was given treatment at our local accident and emergency department where she was given steroids and some...reactions3replies
Preparing for an Emergency When You Have COPD...Where I live, here in Illinois, we have to be prepared for everything because of our weather. We have windy, cold winters. In the spring and summer, we have thunderstorms...reactions6comments
To stop smoking - a suggestion for what it is worth...I smoked for perhaps 40 years. I had been thinking about stopping but had no real willpower to do so. For me, the key was being very busy. I was...reactions2comments
Lack of doctors in NSW Australia...In Australia, at the moment we are seeing a large reduction in medical knowledge with physical doctors being replaced with online doctors. Knowledge and medical assistance are now being placed...reactions2comments
Bamboo duvet...I am in hospital with my 12th chest infection in a year (COPD) It has just occurred to me 🙈 I have a feather duvet!!! Can anyone please recommend a...reactions4replies
Attending Alpha-1 Education Day...I’m so excited! I will attend my first in-person Alpha-1 education day in over three years. You all know why: Covid. Alpha-1 is a genetic liver disorder that can cause...reactions5comments
The Connection Between Chronic Health Conditions and Shingles...The two most common risk factors for developing shingles are older age and having a chronic health condition that weakens your immune system. Shingles is a common viral infection that...reactionscomments
It's a Spring Thing...Yesterday I saw the first robin of the year. It is always a delight because this is when we know that spring is coming. It’s been a long and cold...reactions2comments
mild centrilobular emphysematous changes predominantly in the upper lobes...Hi everyone, After some advice please if anyone knows what this means mild centrilobular emphysematous changes predominantly in the upper lobes thanks Caroline...reactions2repliesEmphysema
Increasing Your Pulse Oxygen Levels With COPD...After my mom’s diagnosis, we were all trying to learn how we could help support her health. After learning about pulse oximetry, we felt we had something to measure. Her...reactions15comments
CBD Gummies and Tramadol interactions....I bought CBD Gummies and I also take Tramadol 50 mg. It almost killed me. Anyone else done this?...reactions12repliesMedical Marijuana
7 Myths About Shingles...Shingles is a viral infection that is often misunderstood. Understanding the myths and misconceptions about shingles can help reduce your chances of getting it. Here are 7 common myths about...reactionscomments
Antibiotics - Needing them, Insurance Problems ...This week I needed antibiotics to hopefully hold off pneumonia. There was changes in my breathing and mucus color. My doctor responded immediately and ordered steroid and antibiotic prescription. My...reactions1replyAwarenessFlares Treatment
Caregiver tips...As the wife and caregiver of my husband with copd, lately caring for him is often difficult. I have the need to vent or talk with someone who can give...reactions2replies
Mental and Physical Health With COPD...You may know what COPD is and that it affects your organs. It can affect your body and mind. It’s very important that you see your doctor as scheduled. Maybe...reactions3comments
How can I stop smoking after 50 years of it?...I've tried multiple ways, and nothing seems to work for me. This is a very serious problem for me. Do people still use hypnosis to stop smoking?...reactions44repliesSmoking
What Is Shingles?...Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a common viral infection that affects about 1 out of every 3 people in the United States. Its telltale sign is a painful...reactionscomments
