Being across the pond !...Good evening, I am English and live in England. Having COPD, I came across your website etc and signed up. Firstly I must say, well done to ALL involved in...reactions2repliesTreatment
what type of bed ...I am currently. sleeping in a recliner, I cannot lie flat in a regular bed, pillows do not work very well, would like suggestions as to. get more comfortable...reactions3repliesSleep
Zephyr valve...Would like to hear of others experience with zephyr valves. Hoping to improve quality of life for what’s left....reactions1replyBreathing
Steroid Bruising and Those Nasty Skin Tears...COPD is far from funny. We often have one great day, and the next day are struggling to breathe. This constant struggle leaves our thoughts scrambling and keeps us off...reactions6comments
co retention...How do you know if you're retaining co2? Does a Dr tell you? My Dr told me to keep my 02 between 90-95. I have the oximeter on my finger...reactions3replies
Hi, this is bogangles...I hope someone can answer a few questions for me. 1. Is exercise really important. Is riding a stationary bike for 30 minutes a day good? Can you tell me...reactions3replies
Spiriva: anyone switched from Handihaler to Respimat?...I’ve been taking spiriva via the handihaler for many years and my copd has held at mild-moderate during this time. I just switched my insurance and they don’t cover the...reactions12repliesTreatmentTips & Advice
Copd and Covid -how to manage anxiety ...Hi everybody ! I struggle with anxiety going into indoor public spaces especially . Have not gone into a restaurant for 3 years . I am stage 3 copd and...reactions27replies
Having COPD Is Full of Do Not’s...It seems that chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD for short, belongs in a "world of not." This will hopefully make sense once you begin reading. Hopefully, we can have...reactions30comments
A Heart Month Review...February has been heart month for as long as I can remember. It is the month to stop and check in with yourself and your heart health. We have all...reactions19comments
COPD Hobbies / Exercise ...HI everyone. Just wondering if anyone else has hobbies that actually helps them with getting a little more exercising in. Also interested in finding ways to "hide" the exercise but...reactions11repliesCopingExerciseTips & Advice
Insurance Companies Versus Doctors...My pharmacist just called me. She said my prescription was ready to be picked up. She also said my insurance requires that they pull it off the shelf If I...reactions41comments
Irritability, Impatience, and Withdrawing...Our families and friends know I have COPD, asthma, allergies, and more. They know they aren’t to come in wearing scented products. Especially body sprays. I have had terrible reactions...reactions39comments
Copd ...Hi to all I have been sent a Blue Inhaler from the GPbut I've uses these for 27 years when I was told I had asthma Now say copd bu5...reactions7repliesCoping
PFT low MIP...Hi, I saw a pulmonologist due to inability to inhale fully like before. MIP was 34 and MEP was 80. I had restricted pattern in PFT and have mostly right...reactions1replyBreathingDiagnosis
Hypercalcemia and Hyperparathyroidism: Have You Ever Heard of Them? Part 2 of 2...I am writing part 2 of this article exactly two weeks out of surgery. You can read part one here. It has been a journey for sure. My scar is...reactionscomments
Hypercalcemia and Hyperparathyroidism: Have You Ever Heard of Them? Part 1 of 2...I wanted to share my experience with how I was diagnosed with hypercalcemia and hyperparathyroidism to help others who may deal with the symptoms of this like I have for...reactions3comments
Sharing Information on Lung Nodules...In our community forum, someone had questions about nodules, so I thought this would be helpful for those with questions. Lung nodules are small masses that grow inside the lungs...reactions36comments
Anxiety attacks...About a month ago I was getting ready to shower and was having my usual anxiety. It was worse this time almost to the nervous breakdown point. I just stopped...reactions119comments
