I was diagnosed with COPD and my Dr did not even tell me what it is, how bad is it, nothing. I......What is COPD and what does it do to my body? Can it get worse? Will I die from this?...reactions41replies
Trelegy better or not...I’m wondering if anyone has any issues with trelegy not working as well as they claim it should. I’m almost at a...reactions5repliesFlares
Inhaler Use in the Hospital: What to Expect and How It May Differ from Home...Editor's Note: Please note that each hospital admission is unique, and the following account represents only one perspective. When you come to...reactions11comments
Seeking affordable medications with the same efficacy and certification as American ones...Hello everyone, I'm looking for affordable medications that are as effective and certified as American ones. As we all know, medications in...reactions1replyTips & Advice
Call 911!...Good morning, all! April 13th was a wake up call for me in a big way! I use 02 pretty much 24/7...reactions5comments
Where to go from here....Hello. I posted a story about 2 years ago about my boyfriend and his breathing issues. It has not gotten better. He...reactions3comments
I've Never Touched a Cigarette...It is true that COPD is mainly a 'smokers problem' or pollution and even genetics. I have never touched a cigarette in...reactions15comments
First thing in the morning ...I was recently diagnosed with copd emphysema. My biggest symptom is first thing in the morning. I wake up sob with tightness...reactions10repliesEmphysemaBreathing
Hekel...I have trouble breathing but when I have the test done they say my breathing is fine that is because I have...reactions5repliesBreathing
What are some tips when you feel pain in your ribs and chest ...I have a lot of pain in my ribs and chest. Can't seem to find any relief...reactions30replies
Is this another side effect of COPD?...Hello to Everyone, I hope you all are having easy breathing days. I have a question I’ve been wondering if others with...reactions9repliesSide EffectsExercise
Smoking marijuana?...Is smoking marijuana just as bad as smoking cigarettes when you have COPD and emphysema?...reactions8repliesBreathingMedical Marijuana
Exacerbations - what do they feel like for me...I was replying to a topic I just read! What do these exacerbations feel like- I was just released from Hospital on...reactions9comments
I Had To Smile...Reading the article on what a COPD patient should have which included a good doctor and an action plan I could only...reactions3comments
A COPD Patient Interviews Me...I do not always bring this up. But in a conversation today with a patient of mine with severe COPD, I mentioned...reactions4comments
New here ...Found out about 5 months ago i have copd . Now found out have apnea to . Bit of a shock but...reactions5repliesDiagnosis
What I Thought Was Eczema Turned Out to Be Shingles...Editor’s note: This article was written by Health Leader Cora Lyn Sears and originally appeared on our partner site AtopicDermatitis.net. She describes...reactionscomments
Navigating the Impact of GERD on COPD...According to Google.com, GERD stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease. Heartburn is the main symptom, but it also affects swallowing and causes food...reactions9comments
Phone number...Is therea phone number to connect with someone there? I have a member in my adult mental health group who is on...reactions1replyCoping
How Often Should We Change Our Hoses and Other Oxygen Information...Just recently, in one of the Alpha-1 support groups, questions have been asked about how often we should change the hoses on...reactions20comments
