What Does It All Mean?...Falling under COPD are emphysema, chronic bronchitis, as well as Alpha-1 antitrypsin, which is the genetic form of COPD.... By Janet Plank5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Prednisone: Villain or Hero?...of these side effects cannot be prevented, some of them can be alleviated: Overall, prednisone can be an effective medication to treat COPD exacerbations... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments18 comments
Should Vitamins and Supplements Be Part of Your COPD Treatment Plan?...with COPD and studies have shown a positive role for magnesium with asthma.... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
5 Ways People Cope With Severe COPD...I was stuck in my room with severe asthma as a kid. So, wanting to be industrious with my time, I started writing. No allergens on a tablet.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
The Many Causes of COPD...Smoking is the leading cause, but not the only cause of COPD. Do you have a COPD story? Click the button below to share with our community!... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
COPD Word Search...Can you find the following COPD-related terms in the word search below? How did you do? Could you find all the terms?... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Can Multivitamins Help With COPD-Related Fatigue?...There is an association between COPD and fatigue, and a further association between fatigue and the degree of COPD severity.... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Getting Your Best Sleep - Even With COPD...But, when you have a chronic illness such as COPD, it becomes an important factor in the overall quality of your life.... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments68 comments
Breathlessness vs. Oxygen Saturation with COPD: Understanding the Difference...Besides lung damage or airway inflammation (such as with asthma), here are a few other factors to be aware of: It's important to understand, though, that... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments114 comments
Maintaining Friendships With COPD...After testing, I have numerous severe allergies and asthma.... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Testing for COPD - Part II: Breathing Tests...This test is to determine an asthma diagnosis.... By michelle.vincent3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Meuli...I have COPD, and certain times of year it seems harder to cope with - for instance Spring is here and I have so much trouble catching my... By meuli1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Breztri Aerosphere™ Approved to Treat COPD...Breztri Aerosphere is not for treating asthma. It should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems and will not replace a rescue inhaler.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Russell Winwood...I was diagnosed with asthma at the age of 10. At 36 I had a stroke.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Broken and Beautiful: A Photo Journey of Chronic Illness...A dandelion looking ethereal, giving us COPD and asthma patients wishes for our future.... By michelle.vincent3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
New To COPD? Here’s 6 Things To Know...Well, I have seen people with COPD walk marathons. I have seen people with COPD walking along beaches and watching sunsets. How long will you live?... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
Is COPD Risk Determined During Childhood?...Adequate asthma treatment for all people with asthma is also important in lowering future risk for COPD.... By Kathi MacNaughton2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
If You Don't Like The Weather, It Will Always Change...With COPD or other lung disease, come additional health issues. Weather rain or snow, the barometer can go goofy and affect your breathing.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Is COPD A Systemic Disorder?...And some, when they flare up, may cause COPD flare-ups. So, getting a proper diagnosis can help you get treated so you feel better overall.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
So, What IS COPD Anyway?...Asthma is another one; so is arthritis. We learn to cope with them. We learn to live despite limitations caused by our respective diseases.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
