Breo Inhaler...Hi all, I've just been diagnosed as moderate stage COPD, with the Dr putting me on the Breo Inhaler, not 100% it's right for me, I have Crohn's also. What...reactions3repliesSide EffectsNewly Diagnosed
Boost oxygen in a can....I have just read about Boost in a can. Was not connected to COPD in any way but does anyone think it may help out during an sob episode? If...reactions4repliesBreathingFlares
My Journey With Cigarettes...I have been an advocate for lung health, a Lung Health Ambassador (LHA), since my diagnosis of COPD. I believe every person with lung disease has the right to be...reactions63comments
COPD with Lung Cancer...Hi, I was diagnosed with COPD in 2010 and worked full-time until January 22. I was diagnosed with Stage IIIB SC Lung cancer on July 26, 2021. After I started...reactions1comment
Mr...It’s probably been 5 yrs since I was diagnosed with COPD I used to smoke cigarettes and cigars. Mowing my yard one day I kept running out of breath many...reactions1comment
MOST EFFECTIVE DRUGS FOR COPD...I visited my pulmonary doctor today and he was overjoyed at the improvement in my COPD issues from the last treatment, at which time he prescribed prednisone 20 mg daily...reactions3comments
Learning About COPD...I've known about having COPD for about 9 years or so, but it's only been in the last 1 to 2 years that is become an increasingly difficult obstacle for...reactions2comments
Grateful...I’m grateful for these emails and stories. I’ve discovered I’m not alone. Others get down or discouraged too. I learn new things and ideas. So I thank all of you!...reactions1comment
Don't Quit....There are days when I just want to quit, but then I will come across COPD.net and there is always something there that helps me keep going. I get very...reactions1comment
Advice...Having an oxygen concentrator is a God send. But the tubing is driving me crazy! I drag the tubing, getting it stuck under a table, a china cabinet, or whatever...reactions1reply
Working on Living...I work on my breathing daily. I'm supposed to be 24/7 supplemental oxygen, but I try to go the better part of the day oxygen free. I use a flute...reactions3replies
A Period of Change...It feels like our world is going a bit crazy! This article isn’t about politics. It’s about a time in our lives when it can affect a person’s physical or...reactionscomments
New member, kind of a mess I am...Hi all, so glad I found this forum! I was diagnosed with stage 4 COPD just over 1 yr ago. Yes, had previous problems, what the pulmonologist states what I...reactions2replies
suffeing from paint fumes...recently had major decorating done, suffering from paint fumes more so in early morning when I go for an early short walk. any suggestions as to what can help. Does...reactions5replies
Placement of tank...I live in a small apartment that gets incredibly hot I've been told it's because of the big blue oxygen unit I have my first question is that true my...reactions7repliesCoping
Financial Assistance With Medical Devices...It might be challenging to find affordable options for medical equipment. Jackie discusses what has worked for her and what options might exist for you. Have you found any particularly helpful...reactions5comments
Blind Going In...My journey has been long without knowing what was happening to me and the many things going on inside felt like any day I could die. If not for my...reactions1comment
Not Happy With My Doctor...I also have been diagnosed with COPD. No stage has been given to me yet, but it's been six years. I am having a CT scan in January to determine...reactions13comments
Post Nasal Drip and My COPD...I wake up in the morning with a lot of nasty sputum. I used my neb, but for a long time, I needed something more. I would hack and cough...reactions2comments
