Holidays and celebrations are a time to get together with friends and loved ones to share special meals, exchange gifts, and be inspired by the meaning of the season. But right now it’s different. Much different. We’re in the middle of the Covid-19 …

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IGood Morning Everyone Recently I went to a new pulmonologist. I have been on Flovent for quite sometime and it’s been working for me except sometimes I do feel the need for my lungs to open up a bit. The Doctor suggested Breo. Is anybody taking Breo and …

Greetings all, first time poster here. I'm wondering if anyone has any information or insights regarding the use of mRNA technology that's being used in Pfizer's and Moderna's coronavirus vaccines into its potential application for COPD? Thanks

I get fluzone which is higher dose for adults 65 and older I will be getting mine Friday. This 3rd year for this one.

Hi, my first time here. I would like to ask whether a treadmill or a vibration machine would be best for COPD sufferer. I have looked at both and good reports for each, so just a little unsure. Thanks.

Happy turkey day Iam newbee to copd i see doc next week pain is 10 rib s shoulders back headache sometimes ifeel so sick can some help thank you ConnieD

any relief for constant phlegm cough every morning? Have COPD newby but long term Barrettes esophagus

I was diagnosed in June 2019 with Copd/emphysema and I’ve been trying to quit the smoking thing.since they diagnosed me I cut down because I would take a few puffs and get a type of drunk / stoned effect. I did try the Nicorette gum, inhaler, and spray …

Lately when im short of breath ive been noticing im breathing through my mouth and not my nose. It seem like when i breath through my nose i dont get as much air as i do breathing through my mouth

Even that flu vaccine effectiveness has varied from year to year, the CDC has urged to get a flu shot, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the CDC flu vaccines have been shown to reduce the risk of flu illness, hospitalization and death …

My most recent results definitely show a drop in lung function. I didn’t realise last time that my function was down to 58%, it is now down to 55% on the same machine, in three years. The interpretation this time though was severe airway obstruction yet …

It has been such a strange year, pandemic and all, and yet... it has also been a year that has allowed for quiet and the space to think about what is important and necessary. * I'm thankful to have family and friends to miss spending time with. - …

I have a lot of sticky Cough. My CT scan reported that I have bronchitis but PFT is normal. How can I get rid of Chest tightness and Sickty Cough.

My father (with COPD) uses cough drops frequently to “open his breathing”. (In between all the inhalers) I’m concerned about all the ingredients. Is there another option, more homeopathic perhaps?

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I think D2 is all that remains. I have no idea what it is...

In the United States, on the fourth Thursday in November, we celebrate Thanksgiving – a day of family and feasting and expressing thanks for what we have. But Thanksgiving should not have to be on a calendar for us to focus on being thankful. We can …

I had by CT scan yesterday, this is a follow up to my one I had in August. My Doctor called me this morning and said that it is worse than the one in August. I have some new nodules and and old ones that have gotten bigger. She asked me if I am short of …

Hi all:) Had a few questions . I was diagnosed with COPD in 2018 with pneumonia via cat scan . Them my PFT my fev1 was 90% and my dr was shocked .I smoked two years after and quit . I started aging in quarentine in March a nervous wreck for 2 months . I …

I found a recipe online a few months ago for a lung cleanser and i am wondering if anyone here has used one or has any advice on using one....Recipe consists of sugar water onion ginger root peppercorns and turmeric. looking for all input.

Just did an online death calculator. Kind of wished I hadn't... So the obvious question is: How accurate are they? This one did have the question "do you have bs chronic disease". Some don't and the results they give have a disclaimer about their …

Are anxiety and panic common in people with COPD, or am I the only one? Yes, anxiety and panic are common in people with COPD, and no, you’re definitely not the only one! In fact, having some degree of anxiety means that you’re human and react like a …

I am having a CT Scan tomorrow. I was wondering should I take my inhaler Anoro before scan? Does this powder show up on scan

October 15 to December 7 is the window to enroll in and change a Medicare Advantage health plan or Part D drug plan. These have no underwriting and anyone can be enrolled. To find the low cost Drug plan for you, click this Medicare website link. You can …