Okay, I understand that hoarding of N-95 respirators (ala PPEs) led to the official statement a few months ago that only first responders, doctors, and nurses should wear them. However, if I had COPD and I had to go to a grocery store or pharmacy, and I …

That is correct Val and Jean - These valved masks only protect the wearer as the valve allows the exhaled breath (and droplets) to escape back into the air for others to come in contact with. If the person wearing the mask is infected (there are many who …

More than half of people with COPD are current cigarette smokers. Of course you know that you should quit, but have been unable to do so because you are hooked on nicotine. I understand. The drug company that sponsored the study of that COPD inhaler you …

There are news sources that quote the CDC on not using a mask with a valve. Some people here post they are using them, because it is easier to wear and be comfortable breathing. As the CDC explains : "respirators with exhalation valves should not be used …

Good afternoon, Friends! How are you doing this week? Don’t just answer with the usual, “I’m fine” or “I’m doing well”. Really stop and think about how you are doing. I can tell you from my personal perspective that my outlook varies a lot throughout the …

As mentioned by others .. Walking around the house, easy / light exercises and walking outside. I purchased an exercise bike and stared slowly. It has a number of resistance settings that make it harder to peddle. I left it on the first setting for a …

My superhero is my middle daughter who is always on the the run for me to get what ever I need. She has been that way for anyone in the family. Helped take care of her nieces and nephews when they weer small always there for anyone in our family that …

The reason I ask, is it strikes me that when PLB you are completely employing the diaphragm. When it was introduced to me I could see not difference. ed

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When I am questioning what a doctor is doing, I go for a second opinion. Go to a different practice, a different location so there is no tie with the original. Take your records and discuss your concerns. If you find a large medical center with a …

I am a new member of this forum, just diagnosed with COPD (Chronic Bronchitis type) in October last year. I think you'd call my case moderate based on what I read so far. I'm on Symbicort (2 puffs 2x per day) and Incruse once/day. No oxygen yet and my …

https://medium.com/microbial-instincts/meta-analys... This link leads you to an article about COPD and COVID19. It's written for those accustomed to reading about studies, so be prepared. You'll find some solid thoughts in it that all of us understand.

I'm the only one that uses this and only sometimes at night. I don't let it touch the floor. Why should i replace it? Thanks Copd Perky

Has anyone had valve placement in their lungs ?

. Hi all, I'm new here. My husband was recently diagnosed with COPD, we're not sure of the exact stage yet since his pulmonologist did the spirometry test during a flare up (and hasn'tscheduled a new one yet ‍♀️). Even so, that spirometry showed 50%. …

Has anyone experienced wrinkled finger tips and discolored redish blue hands. I was diagnosed with a first stage of COPD and wonder if this is common. Please advise Thankls

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I have a fair amount of infections and flare-ups. Sometimes this leads to some scary exacerbation situations. Anyway, I tend to feel (most of the time) that I've been beaten about the chest and back. I use 3 inhalers daily, nebulizer daily (sometimes …

Kristen Willard - That's a very good example - the covering at the dentist's office. Laverne&Shirley - I think the idea of the weighted blanket is that it's meant to be "calming" instead of comfortable. I have friends whose children's sleep issues were …

Greetings! I hope this Wednesday check in finds that you are doing well and are discovering ways to stay connected with those you care about. My family has experienced some “firsts” since our last check in post. One of those is that Hayden (my youngest …

With last fev at 62 plus being 78 if I get covid and they actually could intubate (younger ones should go first) my assumption is that recovery would have a very low percentage. With that in mind I am considering refusing. Is that fatalistic or just …

I was beginning to think I was odd. I hate lying on my back, and I hate recliners. When I nap or sleep, I find myself on my side or stomach. This article from the NY Times talks about "proning" - where they are able to keep many people with COVID from …

For those of you who had a job before this pandemic,and having copd/ emphysema. Do you see yourself going back to work? I can’t see going back and they won’t have a cure/vaccine for quite sometime. And they say this it will take about 12-18 months. Just …