Young on oxygen 25/7...I am glad there are other people going thru similar things as me....Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Intruse Ellipta...My lungs have always been clear when listened to and my peak flow is consistently 410-450 which is great for my age/height....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
nebulizer instead of inhaled steroids...these steroids are so expensive once you hit the donut hole. Thanks Miki...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCost
COPD / Packing...What are some of your tips when it comes to packing with COPD? Do you handle this in small sections - turn up your oxygen to keep going?...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesBreathingEmphysema
How can I help my boyfriend when he has a coughing spell?...How can I help him when he gets into a coughing spell where his face turns red and he can't catch his breath even when he has his O2...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Living with pets and copd...Im interested in finding out if your pets are helpful for you or does dealing with fur, litter boxes, caring for pets makes things harder....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSide EffectsCopingBreathing
Best food choices against COVID...What are the best food I can have to make sure I get a healthy lungs and prevent frm having COVID 19?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Update - Bronchoscopy Results...Doctor said there are no signs of cancer. He did say that I do have Organizing Pneumonia (BOOP) again. I have to take a course of prednisone again...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Any suggestions on seeing a dentist with severe COPD and emphysema?...Are there dentists that will help with COPD patients?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTips & AdviceHealthcare Team
Finally a diagnosis ...There are a few thin-walled pulmonary cysts. Mild lower lobe subpleural linear densities. This all is so confusing....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesDiagnosis
Pulse Oximeters...Do finger pulse oximeters give accurate readings when you are walking . I heard the wrist oximeters didn't and weren't certified by govt. agencies....Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesAwareness
Software and Apps...I am curious to know what are some of your favorite apps that help you with copd....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCoping
Quality of Life Lately ...I've been quite isolated, with no visitors at all otherwise except caregivers and my neighbors. So, it was nice. They brought barbecue....Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesAwareness
My COPD experience....I had been with asthma attacks from time to time not very frequent....Reactions0reactionsComments20 replies
Will you take our In America survey and help others understand the impact of COPD? ...**The In America survey is now closed** To learn more about the challenges of living with COPD, we are conducting our In America survey....Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesResearch & Clinical Trials
Medicare premiums for smokers...This was established because the medical needs of smokers are considered to be very high, and expensive for a publicly funded insurance....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesInsurance & Disability
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...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesCoping
Yesterday my new pulmonologist had great news...I've been exercising like crazy so we'll see Anyway just wanted to say that doctors can make all the difference in your state of mind...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesAwarenessMental HealthNewly Diagnosed
My Brother Gene Passed Away Yesterday 08/05/22...He has been fighting for two years but passed quietly in his sleep yesterday at 1000 am in hospice. He had esophageal cancer and it was aggressive....Reactions0reactionsComments12 repliesCoping
