COPD Stages...The first step in identifying a person’s COPD stage is taking breathing tests called spirometry tests.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Newly Diagnosed...I went in last summer for lung function tests and to see a Pulmonologist. I was diagnosed last fall with COPD....Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
Which bronchodilator reading should I use to examine my results?...This week I took the breathing tests and my question is, which reading do I use (to apply for SS Disability for example or just referring to my results...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 replies
Jackie English...I had many appointments with pulmonary specialists and many different tests including CT scans, x-rays, breathing tests, blood tests, and more.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Testing for COPD - Part I: Imaging Tests...In this article I will go over the imaging tests I’ve had. My first test, the X-ray, was by far the easiest one.... By michelle.vincent3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Will I Need to Pay to Be in a Clinical Trial?...imaging tests for research purposes.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
When the Doctor Leaves Questions...My doctor has not ordered any additional tests for me.... By Steven Workman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
What is Pulmonary Function Testing?...Then you perform a series of breathing tests. The results can help your doctor rule in or rule out COPD.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
Lung Volume Reduction Surgery...Exercise tests, 6-minute walk tests, and heart function tests may also be required.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
advice?...After weeks of negative COVID tests, it recurred with a vengeance, leading to double pneumonia.... By Dennis.Newkirk1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
My Friend, Rick (Part 1)...Essentially, the testing is to investigate if the rest of your body and its organs can withstand the rigors of the transplant.... By KevinDavitt4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
New Procedure For Severe Emphysema: Endobronchial Valve System?...But, due to all the extra air in bad areas of your lungs, good alveoli have less room to expand.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments24 comments
To work or not...I've had several Spirometry tests over the years, CT scans and arterial blood gas tests.... By jillybean1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Other Tests with COPD Part I: Sleep Apnea...There are several diagnostic tests to diagnose COPD.... By michelle.vincent4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Heart Doctor visit...Wants me to have a few tests done to rule out blockage in left arm. Will continue my own research also on how to improve myself best as...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
What I Learned From A Trip To The Emergency Room...Then they began to order tests. I was rolled down the hall two separate times for x-rays and a CT Scan. ... By Tonya Hidalgo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Has anyone seen improvement in their lung function tests?...Yesterday I had three lung function tests and was astounded by the results. Six months ago my FEV1 numbers were 1.15; 2.82 and 40.8%....Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 replies
Discovery of Biomarker May Change COPD and Asthma Diagnosis and Treatment...Right now, they rely on lung function tests, chest X-rays, CT scans, and other tests to diagnose these illnesses.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Diagnosed With Alpha-1, Now What? (Part 1 of 3)...They should listen to us when we ask for these tests even if they think it is not necessary. We need all of these tests to have baseline... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Wife has missed 3 pulmonary funtion tests...HELP MY WIFE CANT DO HARDLY ANYTHING. SHE SITS MOST OF THE TIME....Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesPulmonary RehabilitationBreathingCoping