Getting Older and Cranky...As the years seem to be flying by, I'm sure I am getting cranky and a little more irritable. The seasons seem to be rolling into two instead of four...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
New here and scared...Hello everyone- My name is Kathy. I have been experiencing random shortness of breath for a few years now. It comes and goes, it all started when I quit smoking...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesDiagnosis
Music on a Bad Mood Day...When I woke up today, I was in a bad mood. It's funny how that happens for no apparent reason. I am aware the minute I open my eyes that...Reactions0reactionsComments24 comments
COPD and the Vaxx 2...I must also add that I was diagnosed with COPD in 2004 with chronic bronchitis and mild emphysema basically COPD. I have never had a flu shot and I have...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesTips & Advice
COPD and the Vaxx...I am concerned about having copd and then taking the vaxx. I do the alternate by using a multivitamin, supplements D3, C, Zinc along with my twice a day inhaler...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTips & Advice
New to group...Hey am new to the group. Was diagnosed with severe COPD 2 years ago. On oxygen full time now. Just trying to figure out how everyone deals with different problems....Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesNewly DiagnosedTips & Advice
Rediscovering Me...My daughter-in-law copes with a more severe form of Ulcerative Colitis. It’s been so severe that we feared for her life. I may not remember the exact words of what...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Double Lung Transplant...I Will Be Getting Medicare And Purchasing A Suplimental Insurance Anyone Had A Lung Transplant And Could Give Me A Round About Figure What You Paid For Surgery Only....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesSurgery
Don't Worry, Be Happy...What a motto this saying became back in the 80's when the song "Don't Worry, Be Happy" came out. At that time, I worried about very little. As my health deteriorated though...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How to Be the Architect of Your Own Life...When we are born, we are given gifts that help us navigate our lives. As we get older, we finally chisel those gifts so we can have a better experience...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
What's in Your Toolbox? (Part 2)...Editor's note: This is part 2 of a series. Be sure to check out part 1! Most of us with COPD have been prescribed some sort of inhaler, if not...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
How to Prevent a Flare-Up...I have to mention here and now that for the first two years after diagnosis, you are going to work harder than you have ever worked in your life. You...Reactions0reactionsComments25 comments
Coping With Mental Health: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)...If you or someone you love is struggling with a mental health disorder, you are not alone. Twenty percent of adults in the US experience at least one mental illness...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Duaklir and Jitters...Hi all, First post, mild COPD, prescribed Duaklir which seemed to have aided my breathing to the point I thought it was the silver bullet I needed. I did however...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesBreathing
Home Oxygen Therapy ...My husband is now on home oxygen as of Thursday … he used it Friday for the first time and everything was great including showering etc . His oxygen level...Reactions0reactionsComments19 replies
copd daily...i have to accept that i will never feel good..always short of breath..weak and cough. at age 82 i’m sure she’s right..had this for 15 yrs..still stage two. oxygen nocturnal...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCoping
The Weather Is a-Changing...Change is hard for me. Any change is a challenge when you have a debilitating disease. Right now, the season is changing. The air is starting to chill in the...Reactions0reactionsComments19 comments
Stepping Out in My New Scooter...Despite what the doctors say, I needed to step up my 'Granny game’. I was tired of watching from my window as my husband and grandson walked all over the neighborhood...Reactions0reactionsComments26 comments
Treatment Progress!...I had an eventful and very positive outcome from my telehealth visit with my Dr. yesterday. She is taking great care of me and is very responsive. Things I learned...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatment
Overview of Antibiotics for the Treatment of COPD Exacerbations...COPD exacerbations can be scary and overwhelming. If you have experienced more than one exacerbation during your health journey, you've likely been prescribed various antibiotics. There are several antibiotics that...Reactions0reactionsComments14 comments
