Exacerbation Recovery time...How long does it take some of you all to be back on track again after going thru this? I know I need to have some patience here....reactions2repliesFlares BreathingCoping
Breathless-vs-oxygen saturations...I ask my dr about being very short of breath with good oxygen saturations. She went all around it without actually answering my question. Is it from the emphazima, bronchitis...reactions23repliesBreathing
Vaping....My 2 doctors say it's fine to vape does anyone know anything about it. And what about exercising? Please let me know if anyone knows about it. Thank you.....reactions16repliesBreathing
Mullein...Does anyone have experience with this ? In tea form? I recently ran across an article referencing this as an excellent way to rid lungs of mucus in a more...reactions1replyTreatmentBreathingDiet & Nutrition
CBD...Has anyone tried the CBD gummies that claim they provide relief from COPD? I heard this was on Shark Tank and the founders actually got investment money....reactions2repliesTreatment
I don't know where to turn....I'm rick, I'm 61 I've had copd for four years well much longer really. I'm about at the end of my rope, i just don't know what to do anymore...reactions8comments
Quality of Life Lately ...So, my youngest son Ryan and his fiancé and her midget came to visit for the first time since last October. I've been quite isolated, with no visitors at all...reactions4repliesAwareness
Time for Our Annual Trip...Editor's note: This is part 1 of a series. Be sure to check out part 2 and part 3! Well, it's that time of year again, time for our second...reactions4comments
No Doctor...I live in a small town. I had a great lung Dr. He up and left in August. I see the nurse practitioner or whatever they are. They are great...reactions7repliesHealthcare TeamCoping
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...reactions5comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions3repliesHealthcare TeamTreatmentDiagnosis
Portable concentrators...Looking to purchase a portable concentrator for activities outside of home. Appreciate suggestions and or experiences with them and costs. Thanks Pat...reactions9repliesTravelCostTips & AdviceCoping
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions3comments
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...reactions1replyHospice & Palliative CareEnd StageEmphysema
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions8repliesTips & 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...reactions12comments
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...reactions1comment
