How did you decide how to wear your cannula? Is that the best way? How do you know? When I left the clinic as a brand-new oxygen user, they gave me a big tank to take home. In putting it in the back seat, as they recommended, I had to remove the cannula. …

My AIRVO2 died. New ones are not available for maybe 2 years. I have contacted 3 DMEs, the manufacturer & my insurance with no luck.

In Boston we have 4 very distinct seasons. I enjoy all 4. In my younger years I was a real beach bum--lots of vacations in Fla. during the winter. Cape Cod in the summer. These days I embrace winter right here-started skiing again 6-7 years ago after …

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One of the last things I do before turning in for the night is check my o2 sats. Usually with the cpap mask on, the o2 readings will be 94-96 without any effort. Last night the readings were around 90-91; pulse was fine and no shortness of breath. Doing …

Hi Chefjoe - I posted the below comment on your first post, which you may not have seen yet: Hi Chefjoe - I am sorry that you are having trouble finding a pulmonologist to see your wife. I have to say that I've never heard of doctors refusing self-pay. …

The following are all the locations listed for the Zephyr Valve. Please click on the question to see all the present locations. We will update the list as new clinics are added. Clinics are generally open from 9-5 in their time zones Alabama …

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Is a Simply Go intended for use 24/7 and what is the maximum length tubing for optimal performance?

Proper use of an inhaler is confusing me. When using a spacer w/an MDI your supposed to inhale slowly enough to set off the whistle. Yet, when using the resprimet, you must inhale quickly enough to get all the medicine. So I asked my RT about the whistle …

it seems i have developed health issues after quitting smoking.i am 36 years smoker for 15 years. since i have stopped smoking 2 months ago i got sick twice . first was so bad i went to doctor who treated me with bronchitis.dr asked if i smoked told him …

Stressing about being put to sleep for surgery!!

Click on the LEARN MORE tab at the top of the page. There are breathing tips listed and explained there. Along with lots of other very useful information. It helps

Hi does any one have problems with their non invasive vent straps leaving ridges on their scalps and will it cause problem

Thank you all, for so many great, inspiring ways to control worry! The next time we start having worrythoughts, let’s remember that we have the power to choose our thoughts and not get all caught up in worrying.

I have 2 EverFlow concentrators running 24/7 in my house. They account for 35% of my power bill monthly..approx $70+. Any suggestions as to how to cut this usage..solar too expensive. power companies need to adjust Charges for medical purposes. …

Spiriva is a once-a-day med. I think if it were making me dizzy, I would take it before bed.

I have a dry cough and wheezing but no shortness of breath.

In the NY Times, from Bloomberg: The virus is reshaping smoking. In the U.S., 83 percent of smokers say a case of Covid-19 in their household influenced their desire to quit, Bloomberg reports .

Hi .i quit smoking 7 years ago after diagnosed stage one c.o.p.d. My husband is finding it very very hard to quit and has started vaping. While he smokes tobacco well away from me he is vaping near me and it is really irritating my lungs and makes me …

edpe77 - is "nutmouse" a Freudian slip ? Is that what you think of me - ? We need the answer to 7B

I have one 25' cannula extension hose on my concentrator which extends out to my recliner for TV viewing. I use a 7' cannula hose on it which I change out every two or three weeks depending on how stiff the ear tubes get. But I have not changed the 25' …

I was a denier. 20 + years ago my PCP told me I had a" little" COPD. It showed up on an Xray. He didn't know I still smoked-told him I just smoked cigars- sometimes-. I just blocked it out and moved on. I was always active and I just kept playing sports …

Question, I have Server COPD for last 8 years. I'm 68 years old and I am taking Stiolto and Asmanex and i take Singular, Daliresp, Pro Air HFA, XANEX, Nebulizer Albuterol and a Concentrator at bedtime. Before I was prescribe Stiolto and Asmanex I was on …

edpe77 If you post more puzzles, and I hope you do, can you use ones with answers available? The last one #15 is pretty frustrating, time for the answer.