What Do You See When You Look in the Mirror?...It’s not the young, healthy, strong, freckled-faced girl I used to see years ago. At times, I see a few wrinkles, age spots, a few frown lines, a few straggling...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
COPD and Men...Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is more common among women than men. This is partially due to the different rates and effects of cigarette smoking. But COPD still affects many...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Needing a portable concentrator ...I want to travel and although my pulmonologist prescribed a portable unit, the medical supply places refuse as my oxygen level while doing the 6 minute walk was at 90...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesCopingTips & AdviceBreathing
Smoking while using concentrator...With my unit set o 3ml what is the danger of having a fire. Oxygen does not burn...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesSmoking
Coughing up phlegm ...Does anybody cough up a lot of phlegm? My Dr sent me to the lab to do a sputum test. I finally managed to get a tiny amount up. Does...Reactions0reactionsComments8 replies
Sexercise and motivations...I haven't seen much on the subject of sexuality. I am 66 years old and stage 3+ emphysema. I will admit that rehab did help with independence, mobility and building...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesIntimacy & Relationships
Nitric Oxide Supplement...Has anyone tried Nitric Oxide as a supplement?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesBreathing
Newest Medication...Has anyone tried or is using the FDA approved medicine Ensifentrine (Ohtuvayre)?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesAwarenessTreatment
Isolated chest pains...The nerve damage from the 3 pneumothorax operations aside, experiencing sudden chest pains can be frightening. The saving grace is that they are nowhere near the areas one would consider...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSymptomsSide Effects
Do You Have a Special Caregiver in Your Life?...I am very blessed and have quite a few reasons why. My main caregiver is my husband, Dave. He has told me from the beginning of my diagnosis that I...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Redefining Being a Karen...When my mom met Karen at the last job she had in early 2000, she found in Karen a funny, supportive, younger version of herself. She began to consider Karen...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Adjustable mattress...I have been considering investing in an adjustable mattress so I can raise my head/torsi to assist with breathing and GERD. Has anyone else used an adjustable mattress? If you...Reactions0reactionsComments16 repliesBreathingCoping
Quitting cigarettes ...Inpatient programs to help with smoking cessation. Why aren't they available?...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
cleaning products...I feel some of my COPD has been caused by years of toxic chemicals used for cleaning....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBreathing
Advice ...I am 38 years old and my lungs are severely damaged and I am on the finally stage of emphysema i got diagnosed in 2019 what is the life expectancy...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesCoping
Breztri vs Symbicort...Hello all. First post. I'm 72 years old and smoked for over 40 years. 14 months ago I was diagnosed with Emphysema. I know I had it long before the...Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesBreathing
Will bird dander/feces have a negative impact on my Copd?...I love all animals and so does my roommate. She loves to fill her bird feeders and we even put peanuts out for the squirrels. There’s chickadee and other little...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesBreathing
Surviving the Summer...It wasn't long ago when the bitter cold of winter was the major discussion again and again. Think about it: weather is something we all have in common. It's something...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
5 Tips for Staying Hydrated With COPD...Staying hydrated is important for anyone, but if you have a chronic disease like COPD, it’s even more important, and there are many reasons for this. Water helps you regulate...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
