COPD...My dad passed in 2013 with lung cancer and my mom passed 2018 with COPD and pulmonary fibrosis.... By Kathy611 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Confusing diagnosis...I made an appointment to see a pulmonary Dr for a second opinion. I was told fibrosis can be slowed and that some are harmless.... By angie621 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
I refuse to bow to the ravages of COPD...It has gotten worse and the doctor ‘suggests pulmonary rehab.... By kevinrogers6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Buzz of Exercising...Using the books from my Pulmonary Rehab I carried on exercising at home... Wow! What a buzz I get!... By Debz Borge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments25 comments
The Weather Outside Is Frightful for Those of Us Living With COPD...I think my next step is to start online pulmonary rehab again.... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Debz Borge...I now share my story with the pulmonary rehab people at taster sessions and write articles for the British Lung Foundation.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Diagnosis: COPD...She also tells you what to expect when you take your other pulmonary testing. The big day is here.... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Find Your Community with Inspire...Discussion topics range from breathing problems, oxygen, pulmonary rehab and more. ... By American Lung Association1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Doctor search...My pulmonary expert is quite trustworthy if at times a bit more realistic about my condition than my PCP tends to be.... By jcupdike1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Lung Function Breathing Tests...Breathing tests play a key role in finding out if a person has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Everybody Likes to Cha Cha Cha...Typing in “pulmonary rehabilitation” will bring up a number of exercises and someone is showing you what to do.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
COPD and Sleep Apnea...I sleep better, and my pulmonary hypertension improved as well.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
10 Ways to Slow the Progression of COPD...Chronic pulmonary obstructive disease (COPD) is often described as a disease that progresses over time.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
The Transplant Evaluation Request...Many times your pulmonary physician will have a good idea of your case.... By Tonya Hidalgo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
About Myself...I was going to pulmonary rehab help for a while. I gave up because I felt too tired to keep going. I was a smoker for 40 years.... By agv4b1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Travel Tips and Precautions for COPD Patients...Ask your pulmonary doctor for any directions he can give you, depending on what your mode of transport is and the distance you will be traveling.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
To work or not...I recently began seeing a pulmonary MD back in August at the request of my Primary Dr.... By jillybean1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Preparing for Emergencies...Being prepared for emergencies is crucial for people living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Lung Volume Reduction Surgery...Most people will have pulmonary function tests (PFTs) and blood tests beforehand.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Don't Wait to Make Lifestyle Changes...The ER treated me and recommended a Pulmonary Dr. I was shocked! I was 52/53 years old and not overweight. I was active with work and life.... By dawne2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
