Danirixin May Offer New Hope For COPDThere are currently 130 respiratory medicines in the pipeline. Many of these are specifically for the treatment of COPD. I spotlighted 10 of these in my post, “10 Medicines In... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
COPD MythsMuch like any disease (or anything really) out there, there are many myths that surround it. There are also a lot of half-truths as well that can be downright scary... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Pain and COPDI was diagnosed with COPD in 2009. At first, I had no pain, but after treatment with prednisone, I developed diabetes and osteoporosis. Because of the steroids, I fractured L2... By 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
GLD's StoryHaving COPD, I'm on four on my oxygen concentrator and two at night. Have tried many different inhalers ending up in the donut hole. Now my doctor has me on... By gld1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Untreated dental infection and postural drainageI'm Vlado, 53 years old living in Croatia. I have never smoked, my Alpha trypsin 1 is ok, I lived in a small town without smog and 500m faraway from... By vladimir3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Will I always be short of breath?Hi Everybody, I'm new here and I'm glad this site is here. My issue is my breathing. I stopped smoking March 20, 2017 after smoking for almost 50 years. My... By neen1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
Ms. DiagnosisI have had lung issues for many years, many improperly diagnosed. The first time I had an exacerbation experience the specialist told me it was panic attacks. Not knowing much... By gaylaswintchristie3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Living with COPDI am a 71 year old woman and have had this disease since 1992. It started off slow and over the years got worse - all due to smoking. The... By pmartucci1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
My Experience with TravelI purchased a DeVilbiss Traveler from Express Med Supply. Best $118.00 I ever spent. The nebulizer runs off house current, 12 volt auto, and also comes with a battery pack... By 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
COPD wanna fight? I will fight!Returned from a nice Fourth of July weekend, immediately started with the problems. This morning, though, we are fighting. It is 74 degrees with 78% humidity. Quarter mile walk... somewhat... By geneturney1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Wondering if this trick will help others - ask your doctor firstI had wheezing in my throat for three years, just a terrible sound in my lungs too, so I did some off handed unsubscribed research on a product called manuka... By jerrod1172 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Lung Volume Reduction Surgery (LVRS)I was diagnosed with severe COPD in 2001 and spent 8 days in the hospital. They gave me oxygen but I'd heard about a pulmonary rehab program at NY Presbyterian... By bunnymusic601 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
RichardI smoked about two packs a day. Went to the doctor, said I had COPD - I didn't know what COPD was. This was about 5 years ago. 2 years... By rduprey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
JoanneI am a 69 yrs old diagnosed with COPD, asthma, and emphysema in 1992. I smoked 2 packs of cigarettes a day until I was in my 40's. I also... By jnaphys1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Living todayHi, living with COPD the past 8 years after a bout with lung cancer. It has been a challenge for me because I wanted to stay active in my family... By joy1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My storyHello my name is Ricky, 58 year old with COPD and vascular disease. Quad bypass 7 years ago. Chronic bronchitis and emphysema. I had my first MI at 45 and... By rickyb1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Inhalers, Panic Attacks, and Being LovedHello, I am 71 years old and have had emphysema for 16 years. I have used many inhalers however I am lucky in that I don't need oxygen. I worked... By sunsh1ne1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Thank you for readingI'm glad my testimony helped a few people. Like I said earlier, it's not why but how we go through our disease. Amen - thank you for comments and God... By josephfleming1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Joseph FlemingI was diagnosed with COPD and stage 4 emphysema 5 years ago. I went to the ER cause I was having extreme oxygen problems. I was born with chronic bronchitis... By josephfleming1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Runny NoseI have a great deal of trouble breathing using oxygen when my nose runs. This is a frequent problem. Is there anyway to dry it up without becoming dependent on... By branc11 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments