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...reactions1replyDiagnosis
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions19repliesNewly 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...reactions6comments
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...reactions5repliesCopingFriends & FamilyTravel
I have 12 years knowingly have COPD Emphysema ...What I don't understand is the best why to keep breathing. Is exercise the best practice! Is it walking, light upper body work! Is that the best! What if it...reactions2repliesBreathing
Caring for mom...It’s 1:16 am and I’m writing this after finishing the household chores my mom once was able to do for herself. My visits are frequent these days, notwithstanding the three...reactions2repliesBreathingTips & AdviceCoping
Tubing for 02...Today I tripped again on my 02 tubing that is on the floor the length of the house. Was able to catch my self but hurt my ribs again and...reactions1reply
Are We Cleaning Our Supplies Properly?...I have learned many new things over the years while living with COPD. Every time I think I have learned it, here comes something new. Over the years, I have...reactions42comments
Cardiovascular issues ...I have a few...hypertension, arteriosclerosis, and 3 aortic aneurysms with thrombus. I cough constantly and I don't know what effect that has on my aneurysms. My cough is worse with...reactions8repliesDiagnosisChronic BronchitisFlares
COPD: Body and Mind...You may know what COPD is and that it affects your body and mind. Let’s step back....reactionscomments
Can I become dependent on oxygen?...Time with oxygen and time without it ? Do I try to get along without it ? The hosp said 24-7...reactions3replies
Our NOTIFICATIONS PAGE At COPD.net Needs COLOUR to Let You KNOW, If READ or NOT...RED for UNREAD Notifications GREEN for READ Notifications...reactions16repliesAwarenessCopingChronic Bronchitis
Mucus Production During Flare-Ups...Hi, I've been having a problem with mucus production and moving mucus through my airways. It feels like there's something I can't cough up, but othertimes I feel clear. Is...reactions9repliesCopingEmphysemaSymptoms
COPD inhalers ...Hello everyone. My pulmonologist tried me out on a couple of different inhalers with 3 different medicine's in them. The 1st was breztri, the aerosol made it easy to use...reactions12repliesBreathing
Very confused about my situation ...I have been diagnosed with stage 3 copd, every time my blood oxygen level is taken the doctor says it’s fine. Then why am I gasping for air every time...reactions2replies
Need advice...I'm 38 year old male, I've been complaining to my doctor's for over 5 years about my breathing, chest pains & blue skin for them to tell me it's just...reactions1replyEmphysemaNewly DiagnosedCoping
Bereaved medical advice...I came home to find My husband passed away in his favourite armchair last october. The post mortem found his cause of death to be 1. Sepsis 2. Abcess on...reactions6replies
Family talk coping...I know my health issues impact my family. They are aware of my Stage 4 COPD, Severe emphysema plus other medical conditions. I let them know my symptoms, things that...reactions8repliesFriends & FamilyEnd StageCoping
