Lying in the hospital ...I'm here because I had an episode of not being able to breathe. I was frightened because I had been incubated May prior to this month. Thank God I only...reactions7replies
Thankful...I'm thankful to have found a place where.people understand. Most if my family doesn't. Thank you for being here....reactions3replies
Pulmo test new Doc update...Morning folks: well, I made it in to see my new pulmo Dr /team, and all I can say is WOW! I had no idea of what I missed out...reactions2comments
My Experience With an Alpha-1 Liver Study...Most of you have heard of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (Alpha-1). November is Alpha-1 Awareness Month. Alpha-1 is a rare genetic liver disease that may cause lung and/or liver problems. Learning...reactionscomments
Spouse with COPD is so irritable...Hello All, I am brand new to this community. I am a caregiver to my husband, who has severe COPD (stage unknown). He is on oxygen 24/7. I am needing...reactions11repliesCaregiving
I have lots of sticky phlegm especially with the cold weather...Phlegm so sticky and lots of it once I clear it.it comes back straight away .I use menthol (vick) and albas oil helps me breath.i have had a cardiac arrest...reactions3repliesCopingDepressionAwareness
My Experience With Being Intubated...About two months after my COPD diagnosis, I had a sudden cardiac arrest and died at my kitchen table. Not once, but twice. The stars aligned, and paramedics got to...reactions5comments
How to decide on appointments....This may sound crazy, but having COPD, never really know how long one has left! Especially when in golden years already! I have survived lung cancer now for 8 years...reactions5repliesAwareness
Plummeting oxygen levels ...This is my first post anywhere, my mum has end stage copd she’s been on home oxygen for a year now she’s now on it 24hrs a day and goes...reactions9repliesEnd Stage
VPOD CapOx test...I’m on oxygen 24/7, my insurance company is wanting me to do this test without oxygen for 8 hours! I don’t think I should, am wanting some input on what...reactions2replies
COPD Awareness Month 2022 Giveaway!...The COPD Awareness Month 2022 Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! November is COPD Awareness Month! This year our theme is "Being Thankful For Our Community." We...reactions5comments
What about COPD.net are you grateful for? ...November is COPD Awareness month, and this year our theme is Being Grateful for our Community...so we want to hear from you! Share what you're grateful for about COPD.net in...reactions34repliesAwareness
Being Thankful for Our Community! COPD Awareness Month 2022...November is COPD Awareness Month. From being first diagnosed and finding a treatment that works for you to learning to live with this chronic condition, we know it isn't easy...reactionscomments
The Impacts of COPD: The Results Are In...For our 2022 COPD In America survey, 1,802 people answered 73 questions about navigating the many aspects of the condition. More than 16 million people in the United States have...reactions23comments
Yoga positions and COPD...I know that yoga is a recommended activity for people with COPD, and I've just started taking a class. I am wondering: is it just in my head or is...reactions1replyExercise
Talking to Your Healthcare Professionals...Finding your voice and advocating for yourself when visiting your doctor is important. There are considerable benefits to your level of care if you take steps to be proactive in...reactions1comment
Moving Day Update...Just a quick update on the move. I am currently taking a break to recharge for cleaning. The movers showed up at 8:45 AM and are now on their way...reactions9repliesCoping
The Dos and Don'ts of COPD Management...Learning the dos and don’ts often takes time when diagnosed with a chronic disease. The same is true of COPD. So, I thought it would be neat to post the...reactions8comments
COPD and muscle cramps...Does anyone get muscle cramps/Charlie horses when sleeping? This is a fairly new symptom for me and wondering if it is COPD related. I also have gotten a few in...reactions5repliesSymptoms
