COPD / then COVIDI’ve had COPD for 14 years. I was on oxygen 2L while sitting and 4L while ambulating. I developed emphysema in my early 40’s. Pulmonary doctor said it’s genetic. From...reactions1comment
ACAPELLA DEVISEI USE THE BLUE ACAPELLA DEVICE ABOUT THREE TIMES A DAY, IT REALLY HELPS TO MOVE THE MUCUS AROUND AND ALSO COUGH UP THE MUCUS. ITS A LIFE SAVER. I...reactions18comments
This is tough.Diagnosed 2 years ago. Ventolin. Flovent, nebulizer. Tons of anxiety. Now the good stuff! Met a guy who loves me in spite of all the issues. Not bad for a...reactions9comments
GlendaI was diagnosed with COPD, emphysema, 20 years ago. I have had many test done, went to rehab and was on 2 liters at first. I continued to work retail...reactions2comments
COPD HistoryDiagnosed in 2016. Came back from England for my son wedding and had my yearly physical. My primary care physician decided that it was time for a real complete physical...reactions2comments
Allergies to spraysHave had COPD for 10 years. Used Spiriva, then Ventolin with Spiriva till it didn't work anymore. Tried many others and Anoro for 4 years. (Qvar, Symbicort, Combivent, Dulera) but...reactions5comments
taking it one day at a timeIn 2011 I was diagnosed with COPD and asked what that was, I had never heard of it. They told me what it was and that I had to quit...reactions15comments
My story @ 67 Years of age. (Continues)While I was in the hospital four years ago I was given a breathing apparatus called an "Aerobika" it seems to help considerably. It is like an exercise device for...reactions9comments
debiwebI have been living with COPD for over 15 years and my lungs get overinflated and its very uncomfortable for me and after years with no relief I am tired...reactions4comments
Just beginningAnxious, I have not been diagnosed but am pretty fearful that I may soon be. My mother had COPD with emphysema and passed in 2018 after a short and terrible...reactions4comments
My story @ 67 Years of age.Hello to all of the people out there finding it hard to catch a breath when you try to do something other than stay still. I have COPD (emphysema) My...reactions8comments
BLUE ACAPELLAI STARTED USING THE BLUE ACAPELLA ABOUT SIX MONTHS AGO, MY LUNG DR. ORDERED IT FOR ME. IT'S GREAT AND REALLY HELPS TO MOVE THE MUCUS AROUND, SO YOU CAN...reactions16comments
JeremyI guess I've had COPD for awhile, just wasn't sure of the signs and symptoms. Actually thought it was my weight gain, but I've been to ER numerous times over...reactions4comments
COPD is constantly on my mind, too!I am very lucky that my COPD isn’t as bad as most others on this forum but, despite that, I am constantly thinking about my breathing every minute of the...reactions19comments
InhalersI have tried so many inhalers, and they just don't seem to work for me. Don't know what it is, maybe I'm allergic to a certain med in them, who...reactions4comments
Am I in Denial?I was diagnosed with COPD - Mild in 2018. Around same time I was diagnosed with Sleep Apnea - Severe. I was skeptical about Sleep Apnea diagnosis. Testing showed I...reactions6comments
My storyHi I'm just new here. I don't know how to put this but yesterday I seen a heart specialist and he told me I've only a year to live maybe...reactions4comments
Such a differenceMy name is Kathryn and for years I was told that I had COPD and all I knew about it was that I had to make changes in a few...reactions6comments
UpdateI have finally gotten around to leaving a note for my doctor, asking for a script for prednisone. Hopefully it will get me over this hump I have been going...reactions3comments
Accidental discoveryDue to shortness of breath I will have to tell my story in segments. Thank you so much for allowing me to join your community. I have so very much...reactions5comments
