Bored out of my brain...My brain doesn’t switch off but my body is operating on a different level. It seems to be worse for me when the sun is shining, I want to be...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Severe Depression ...I was diagnosed a little over a year ago with COPD and stage 4 emphysema. I take anti depressants and anti anxiety medication. Yet, I am so depressed I have...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesMental HealthCoping
Can Multivitamins Help With COPD-Related Fatigue?...A common complaint for people with COPD is a lack of energy. This symptom sometimes improves with treatment, but in some people, the lethargy prevails even after optimization on various...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Oxygen tubing kinking or rolling up....I beleive I have solved my kinking and rolling up. It does not trip me anymore. First I must tell you that 1) I have COPD. 2) I live in...Reactions0reactionsComments23 repliesCoping
Beta blockers - anyone else on them?...When had covid got off most blood pressure meds, cause bp was low and made me real tired. Then just walking to bathroom, heart rate went up to 100, so...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesTreatmentCoping
Auntie with COPD...If you guys could help please ? X My auntie is getting worse I seen her today , I haven't seen her nor my uncle in ages and I love...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesCopingDepressionCaregiving
Talking to Your Doctor...I talk to people every day that tell me they have no idea how to ask questions of their doctor. Many of us have little understanding of what is actually...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
What now ...I have end stage copd. It was diagnosed 3 years ago. I have breast cancer and I am not a good candidate for surgery. My pulmonary doctor is currently consulting...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesCopingTips & Advice
Older and a little wiser...My name is Wayne. I'm no different than other people trying to have some kind of life as I've been living COPD for about 5 years now I'm on oxygen...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
SSRI for anxiety for COPD ?...I have tried diet, exercise, meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, etc. Is this medication something that can be helpful for COPD?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesMental Health
Anxiety ...I have had problems with blood pressure and anxiety. They have started me on a new blood pressure medicine and have suggested SSRI for anti anxiety. Is this something that...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingMental Health
Spirometer results...Hi All, I recently got my spirometer results from my gp, but haven’t had my pulmonologist appointment yet. I’m looking for some answers on what my results indicate. I’ve asked...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
Trying To Balance All These Meds!...I've been struggling for a while now, with my body's reactions and interactions with all these meds I take daily. As of today, there are 8! My doctor and I...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTreatment
6 Tips for Staying on Top of Treatment...Living with a long-term health condition requires us to stay on top of everything: doctor’s appointments, new symptoms, insurance, and, of course, managing treatment – all while taking care of...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Why Is Supplemental Oxygen Beneficial?...Some people in this community utilize home oxygen therapy. It benefits them by keeping oxygen levels normal. Today I would like to answer the question: “Why is home oxygen so...Reactions0reactionsComments25 comments
My Quest for a Portable Oxygen Concentrator...Like many of you, I am on oxygen twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. I got pneumonia, was hospitalized, and woke up on oxygen. It was a stark reality...Reactions0reactionsComments43 comments
Chest cramps...Hi everyone, my first 2 names are Duane Jonathan AKA Dujon. I don't know what stage COPD I have ...3-4. I was diagnosed at the end of November 2019 I...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Benefits stopped...Been getting benefits for asthma, depression and copd for many years i recently lost my 91 yr old father and my depression has deepened i am unable to get out...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesInsurance & Disability
Nebulizer recommendations...Hi everyone, am in need of a new nebulizer mine is very old. Can anyone share what there recommendations would be. Thank you so much !...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesBreathingChronic Bronchitis
