Symptoms ...I am needing a lung transplant I was diagnosed in 2018 non symptomatic I then had the Astra Zenica And 3 days later suffered respiratory failure I...reactions2repliesDiagnosis
Diagnosed via ct scan last week with extensive emphysema...When I spoke to my gp he told me he cannot refer me to respiratory until I’ve had a spirometry test which is booked for the 20th July, they...reactions15replies
In Vivo Generation of Lung and Thyroid Tissues from Embryonic Stem Cells Using B...: The regeneration and replacement of lung cells or tissues from induced pluripotent stem cell– or embryonic stem cell–derived cells represent future therapies...reactions5replies
Spouse with COPD is so irritable...I do see a therapist, and take medication, which helps, but I feel so anxious with what's to come and upset with him so much of the time....reactions11repliesCaregiving
Newly diagnosed help with dlco...Had respiratory failure in the spring with o2 levels at 45 upon the ambulance showing up. Spent a week in the hospital....reactions1replyDiagnosisNewly Diagnosed
Mask outdoors...Ended up in upper respiratory distress for 4 days. Will not forget the mask again. Does anyone else work in the gardens and yard wearing a mask?...reactions2repliesTriggersSymptomsBreathing
Breath easily but how?...The associated Cough to move liquid from the lungs is weakening the upper respiratory area....reactions2repliesBreathing
A targeted treatment for emphysema?...In addition to emphysema, PR1P may have therapeutic potential for acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), a common and devastating disease which also...reactions3replies
A few questions........Being recently diagnosed, I have so many questions, and I have a 4 - 6 wait for my respiratory specialist....reactions4repliesNewly Diagnosed
Just diagnosed...Hi, a couple of days ago I went to the respratory clinic for a consult....reactions2replies
Noninvasive ventilator (Trilogy Machine)...He has chronic respiratory failure... he retains CO2. They put him on a Noninvasive Ventilator called Trilogy....reactions19replies
Possible diagnosis at 41...Saw a respiratory nurse today who performed spirometry. The results were low but technically still considered normal - 70% on the ratio thing....reactions5repliesDiagnosis
Mesenchymal Stem Cells in the Treatment of Subjects With Advance COPD...Subjects With Advance Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Patients with advanced chronic obstructive pulmonary disease — characterized by a forced expiratory...reactionsrepliesResearch & Clinical Trials
Me and my Organoid...But now with organoids, scientists can screen multiple therapies at once, streamlining that process and helping to reduce the number of animals used for...reactions2repliesResearch & Clinical Trials
Are mild exacerbations a sign of worsening condition?...I am specifically asking for help from emphysema folks but also very much interested in input from the site therapist. Try to make this short....reactions1reply
Frequency of doctor check-ups?...In later October I finally was able to meet with a respiratory/pulmonary specialist the same hospital. I found I am in stage 3....reactions5replies
After effects of induced coma...I was wondering has anyone had been in and induced coma because of there respiratory failure I was wondering why I have awaken with neuropathy from the...reactions3replies
Question on types of COPD...But, I've just been to see the respiratory consultant and he said I don't have emphysema, but I do have COPD....reactions10repliesDiagnosis
When do you decide on oxygen...IS IT TIME FOR ME TO PUSH PULMONOLOGIST, PCP AND RESPIRATORY NURSES TO START USING SUPPLEMENTAL OXYGEN????...reactions5repliesBreathing
Recent diagnosis of COPD - very anxious...They put me on Trimbow twice a day, and I see the respiratory team in another 6 weeks....reactions9repliesNewly Diagnosed
