COPD...I am a 60 yrs old woman found out in 2013 that I have COPD along with other complications. My dad passed in 2013 with lung cancer and my mom...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Discovery of Biomarker May Change COPD and Asthma Diagnosis and Treatment...New research shows that a tiny molecule could help doctors and scientists figure out who is at risk of a chronic lung illness. It may also lead to better treatments...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
5 mm nodule in left lower lobe...I have for the past 4 years gotten a CT Chest with Contrast for the nodule in my lung. My previous doctor died and now my new doctor said it...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesDiagnosisHealthcare TeamTreatment
Portable concentrators...Looking to purchase a portable concentrator for activities outside of home. Appreciate suggestions and or experiences with them and costs. Thanks Pat...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesCopingTips & AdviceCostTravel
MY COPD CAUSES ARE MANY...From birth til teens several reasons why I have COPD. After a severe lung infection was diagnosed with COPD, had several very serious flare-ups including carbon dioxide poisoning which was...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Many Causes of COPD...As humans, we were slow to understand how delicate and precious our lungs really are. From our gestation age to environment and lifestyle choices, almost everything we do in our...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
knowing when its time to let go and let hospice manage you...I was diagnosed with end stage copd 7 years ago.I was placed on oxygen at that time, 3 liters 24/7. Six months ago. I had 5 valves placed in my...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesHospice & Palliative CareEmphysemaEnd Stage
Take the Health and Media Habits Survey!...The Media Habits Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Managing a chronic condition is not easy and can be physically and mentally exhausting. What types of media...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Just Starting Diagnosis Process...Hello all, I had an appointment last week because I have been struggling lately feeling really short of breath and lower legs have been swelling during the day. It is...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesTips & Advice
Moving Forward With COPD...What do you love doing that makes you forget about your illness? Do you have feelings of, “I can’t do this, because of anxiety?” Can you anticipate what you must...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Doctor search...My primary care doctor has been helping me manage this for about 15 years and I trust his judgment in recommending specialists. My pulmonary expert is quite trustworthy if at...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
A Year of COPD...Another year of living with COPD has come and gone. It has been eight years. It has become easier because of the knowledge I have gained through the experience of...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Flare-up and new doctor needed...I have not seen my COPD doctor in a year. My primary doctor has been doing my refills on COPD meds. When the covid pandemic hit Florida bad I didn't...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
42 and strong willed...I was diagnosed three months ago with COPD emphysema. I have other chronic conditions as well but this one I consider my most difficult. I'm 42 and the Dr's monitors...Reactions0reactionsComments24 comments
Pneumonia Vaccines and COPD ...It is not uncommon to have New Year resolutions that center around health. This year, one of your New Year resolutions may be to get caught up on your vaccinations...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Lung procedures...I am in the process of seeing if I qualify for Zephyr Valves and/or Lung Column Reduction surgery. I should know in the next week and would Appreciate any advice...Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesTreatment
Zephy valve ...Has anyone had the Zephy Valve implants? If so has the procedure been beneficial?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatment
Medication...Im curious which meds y'all take. I take, Breo,Sprivia, rescue inhaler as.needed and 2 nebulizer meds. Albuterol,and ipratropium....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatment
Let’s Talk About Finding a Doctor...What do you expect from a doctor and how do you lay the ground rules of managing your COPD? We know that all doctors are not created equally. Most are true...Reactions0reactionsComments17 comments
I don't want to get out of bed anymore....I have reached the point in my emphysema where I just don't want to get out of bed. Any movement like trying to sit up or reaching for something leaves...Reactions0reactionsComments13 repliesCopingEmphysema
