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
Mobility Scooter...Hi, Im. 62 yr old man with avanced Emphysema, About 4yrs ago I surrender my drivers license after suffering an exacerbation while driving resulting in a minor accident. I live...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingTips & Advice
I need tips for living with a smoker....My husband is still smoking and he said he would stop smoking in the house, but he hasn't. I don't know how to live with this....Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesFriends & FamilyTips & AdviceSmoking
Anxiety ...I have extreme anxiety PTSD with the exacerbations I have had. I'm scared all time. I'm on anxiety meds but still have these issues. It's horrible....Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesCoping
How do I explain things to my family...It all happened so fast. Boom pneumonia and diagnosed with COPD never to be the same again. Unfortunately some of my family members think I'm just seeking attention and things...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesAwarenessDepression
COPD:GREAT BENEFIT OF NAC600 USE!...I use NAC600 three times a day. I have COPD stage 4. The NAC not only contains mega-antioxidants for various other illnesses including my (co-morbid) Morbus Addison's Disease, but it...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatment
Flares...Has anyone tried the flared cannulas? I’ve heard some positive things about them. I’d like to hear from you if you have used them and your thoughts about it....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesBreathing
too many complications...After numerous tests over many months I now have to travel 90 miles for a consultation with a heart surgeon because most (but not all ) of the tests point...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Doctor Vacations...I have not had time for myself since my first cancer in 2002. It is now 2024, I am currently being tested for what will be cancer 7 and I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCopingMental Health
Thoughts Only Those With Lung Disease Can Relate To...We often refer to anyone with breathing issues as "lungers." This includes people with diseases like asthma (which I have) and COPD (which you may have). While lungers try to...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
