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Misty Green COPDF Research

Misty Green COPDF ResearchCommunity Survey: Corticosteroid Tablets


Have you taken corticosteroid tablets (such as prednisone, prednisolone and dexamethasone) to help manage your COPD symptoms?


Take our quick survey to help researchers understand how corticosteroid tablets are being prescribed.


The survey takes only ten minutes to complete and is anonymous (not connected to your account).We appreciate your assistance in furthering COPD care research!


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4 days ago

David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation )

David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation )answered the question COPD and inhaler

It sounds like you have a great deal going on. You do need spirometry. The multiple PE's and Xray abnormalities can cause abnormal spirometry (but not really COPD). Asthma tends to be more responsive to inhalers than COPD-- but this does not really …
JeanO53 also answered the question JeanO53 also answered the question

1 hour ago

JeanO53

JeanO53answered the question Not a question, just need to talk

Thatโ€™s wonderful news Anne1971!! Thanks for letting us know how things are going. It sounds like you have a plan going forward. I would imagine the suggestions we share work for everyone, lung condition or not - - donโ€™t smoke, get plenty of rest, …
Anne1971JD85Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captainand 3 others also answered the question Anne1971and 5 others also answered the question

4 hours ago

LFAOMGA

LFAOMGA

O-H-I-O !!!! The Ohio State University VS Michigan today at 12 noon
GO BUCKEYES !!! 

7 hours ago

Amitola

Amitolaasked the question: COPD and inhaler

Hello, just joined. I wondered if somebody could help me with a query. I was told I probably have COPD awhile ago and Iโ€™m awaiting a test to find out for certain, but in the meantime, my Dr has given me a daily use inhaler. He mentioned at the time that …

9 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainWishing everyone a very happy Saturday! 
Keep on smiling, friends! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ

14 hours ago

sami1263

sami1263answered the question Is it possible for a lung Dr to miss diagnosed some one with COPD and it just be long COVID?

Hi SaraAnn, Other folks seem to have covered what your next steps should be in terms of diagnoses. The problem that I want to address is that of your inability to get Medicaid and/or SSI because of your husbands income. If your AGI (adjusted gross …
SaraAnnHIcopd - Hawaii State CaptainDavid Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation )and 2 others also answered the question SaraAnnand 4 others also answered the question

22 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

LEFTOVER MASHED POTATO PANCAKES"Don't let leftover mashed potatoes go to waste."Welcome to another edition of the Eating Well blog! Sure, we can use our leftover mashed potatoes to top meatloaf or shepherd's pie, but today we have something...

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Fluffy Friday from Jerry Rossi! 
He's thinking about Thanksgiving leftovers.  He's also planning on how he can knock down the Christmas tree this year.
"A cat's a cat. And that's that!"

1 day ago

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

Well, I was indulgent and bought a Waterproof Rain jacket for an upcoming trip where itโ€™s known to be quite wet. It was 50% off and supposed to be quite roomy so should fit fine over my warm jacket. 


Also got a nice handcrafted leather cardholder from a guy who makes them by hand in HI with free shipping. Black Friday 30% discount!


I am thankful for this wonderful community and hope everyone stays healthy!

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

Hi friends!
It doesn't matter what kind of feast you're digging into on this day of thanks.
What matters most is what and who you are thankful for! 
Thank you, everyone for being an important part of this community! 

2 days ago

brydy

brydy

Wishing all 360 members who celebrate today a Happy Thanksgiving. have a blessed easy breathing day everyone! 

2 days ago

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

Happy Thanksgiving from the Turkeys ๐Ÿ˜€
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2 days ago

LFAOMGA

LFAOMGA

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone !!!  For those of you who may need some advice on roasting your first ever Turkey you can always call the Butterball Turkey Talk Hotline at 1-800-288-8372 

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainBest wishes for a wonderful, bountiful Thanksgiving Day! ๐Ÿ˜€

2 days ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captainanswered the question Problems with blood pressure medication

My cardiologist and pulmonologist work together because as my cardiologist has stated what the heart likes the lungs do not. I am on the lowest dose of 3 blood pressure medications to lessen the strain on the lungs.
das23 also answered the question das23 also answered the question

2 days ago

KingDeath83

KingDeath83spending time at the zoo lol

2 days ago

KingDeath83

KingDeath83

Just wanted to tell everyone Happy Thanksgiving and hope you all have a healthy and wonderful day. Very cold in iowa today so breathings a little rough but learning the pursed breathings helping alot. I may take up the harmonica why not.

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainA holiday message from the Eating Well Blog:
Eat your turnips! ๐Ÿ˜„

3 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain          ๐Ÿšจ๐ŸšจRECALL ALERT๐Ÿšจ๐Ÿšจ


I just came across this. You can look it up to read more details. 

3 days ago

John bourbeau

John bourbeau

Fine, glad to join the group to learn more and hopefully contribute.

3 days ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

๐ŸŒ Visit My Corner of the World Wednesday โ€” Thanksgiving Edition! ๐Ÿฆƒ

Itโ€™s Wednesday, and that means itโ€™s time to share a view from your corner of the world! ๐Ÿ“ธ
Show us one of your favorite spots โ€” something that brings you joy, comfort, or a moment of calm.

And since itโ€™s Thanksgiving week, feel free to share a special seasonal photo too โ€” a cozy scene, a family tradition, something youโ€™re grateful for, or even a little peek at your holiday preparations. ๐Ÿ‚๐Ÿ’›

Whether itโ€™s your usual view or something festive for the holiday, weโ€™d love to see it. Letโ€™s fill 360social with beautiful sights, gratitude, and the warmth of our community. ๐Ÿ’™โœจ

Whoโ€™s ready to share their corner of the world today?

3 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

๐Ÿฅ„FRUIT CUPS๐Ÿฅ„Great for the little ones to enjoy this Thanksgiving!1/2 cup blackberries 1/2 cup chopped kiwi fruit 1/2 cup mandarin orange segments1/2 cup chopped strawberries 1/2 cup chopped pineapple Layer the fruit in dessert...

3 days ago

netmouse

netmouseasked the question: Prices for Drugs in Medicareโ€™s Second Round of Negotiations

From the NY Times today, below is the new list for negotiated drugs prices for Medicare plans by the federal government. Several are for lungs. I have not included the full article as the rhetoric is full of political quotes that I find to be …

3 days ago

Phyliss DiLorenzo NJ State Captain

Phyliss DiLorenzo NJ State CaptainJust wanted to wish everyone at 360 a very happy Thanksgiving!  

3 days ago

Danforth55

Danforth55

Today is day three w no smokes or vape. Using the 21 mg patch but that feels too strong. I cut them in half feels better. Also using the 4mg cherry lozenges as needed. Havent put three days together in years. Headed to mu pulmoologist in an hour to discuss my third ct scan in two years and to have a pft I am sure. CT scan showed "trace emphysema and mild chronic interstitial lung disease". I pit the patch on as soon as I wake up. Headed to Richmond to be w family for Thanksgiving. Just keeping the quit to myself no need to blab about me. Been 55 years of this. Im sure people tjink I am a forgone conclusion at this point. Thats ok. If I have a vape or cig I get 10 seconds of pleasue and then worry and remorse and having to feed the addiction all damn day. So much work. Thats what smoking has become. Dont eant this anymore and hate having this diagnosis. I know I know it could be eay worse. But still I have it and I did it to myself. Stable, no change in two years. Happy Thanksgiving holiday to all. Will see how my numbers look. "Stable chest CT since 10/11/2024 including minimal chronic interstitial lung disease, trace pulmonary emphysema"

3 days ago

PaulRT

PaulRTanswered the question How bad is this going to get?

I've only just arrived here, so forgive me for butting in, but like you I'm stage 3, but I can vouch for the fact that giving up the cigarettes is an absolute game changer, or at least it was for me. I gave up about 5 years ago and the difference in my …
Amelia (Millie ) โค๏ธDavid Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation )Caroline West Virginia State Captainand 2 others also answered the question Amelia (Millie ) โค๏ธand 4 others also answered the question

3 days ago

Medical Advice

It is not our intention to serve as a substitute for medical advice and any content posted should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. We make every effort to support our members, our medical professionals cannot and will not provide a diagnosis or suggest a specific medication; those decisions should be left to your personal medical team. While we encourage individuals to share their personal experiences with COPD, please consult a physician before making changes to your own COPD management plan.