Just curious if anyone who is on 02 had cataract surgery. I am kind of nervous even though it is quite a safe surgery these days. Not sure if I will be put out but hope I will not know what is going on. Hope I can breathe laying flat back. Thanks.

I am a patient care coordinator in Ohio, WV, Indianapolis and Michigan. I find all too often that my patients are being pigeon holed into "COPD" yet habitually re-admitting and/or running thru their meds. When really asking for a recent CT to be …

I need oxygen 24/7 and wonder if there is any organization that could help with a portable "overtheshoulder" concentrator. Medicare says I won't qualify until Sept. 2017 because I have met my max? Harry Wilson klwilson57@comcast.net

Hi Ed - I just send you a private message about this. - Vinny

I've recently been diagnosed and wondering at about what level would someone be at when they start to require O2? Just trying to get a grasp on where I'm at exactly. Thanks!

This is not a question but information about a chronic disease self management group offered for free by St. Rose Dominican Hospital in Las Vegas Nevada. It is geared toward the management of chronic disease, whether it be COPD, Diabetes, Heart …

since being on o2 Medicaid has denied me now since my daughter turned 19 I owe the o2 company so much now and they will not give me any more small tanks without money up front and I am very low income since I can only work a few hours a week and checks …

Did't HUD change there apartments to non smoking rule!!

The COPD Foundation is collaborating with the Leonard Nimoy’s family and HealthPoint Productions on a documentary entitled: The Logical Way to Improve Lung Function and Breathe Better, which will be released early next year. Nimoy, who is best known as …

Hi AlinPerry - Stiolto is a fairly new medication. It's a combination medication (LAMA/LABA) containing the same ingredient (tiotropium bromide) as Spiriva, plus olodaterol, which is another type of bronchodilator. It does not contain a corticosteroid.

I am 48 and recently started oxygen therapy for stage 3 COPD. I am concerned as my travel tanks only last an hour! How am I to go anywhere?? I feel like a dog on a leash stuck at home....forever.

Does anyone have difficulty with sleep, both getting to sleep andstaying asleep through the night, because of your Bronchiectasis and/or NTM? Ifso, do you have any tips to getting a better nights rest?

My 02 is usually between 88 and 92 but has been 95 to 96 the last 2 days yet I am short winded.

Hello, My father has had COPD for quitd a few years now. I was wondering what color is the COPD awareness ribbon? Online it says its orange, grey, or gold?

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I am 65 and I have had central sleep apnea all my life. I cannot handle CPAP. I am using an oxygen concentrator as a substitute. It makes things better but ...... I have a Perfecto 2 on rental which I use only at night. 2.5 liters. I was thinking of …

The Government (specifically CMS, the folks who reimburse the cost for Pulmonary Rehab) has decided, in its infinite wisdom, to reduce payments for rehab, one of the most important things available to help the health and prolong the lives of lung disease …

Has anyone had Pleurisy ? Is this common for us with COPD ?

I was working when my copd emphysema started to get bad after a hip replacement . .they worked with me since i had been with them for years (warehouse) when i was tired i rested and some things i couldnt do...picking up heavy things etc...now they are …

November 17 marks Rural Health Day! Rural health is of particular importance to our community as COPD disproportionately affects rural communities. Did you know: People living in rural or small metropolitan areas nationwide have a more than 20% …

I would also add that increasing oxygen flow simply because you feel short of breath should NOT be done. Oxygen flow must be adjusted to your SpO2 as shown on a pulse oximeter. If you do not have a pulse oximeter, leave the oxygen set at the flow your …

I need to lose weight. I have been working on my diet and trying to add exercise. I try walking. I will do good for a week or two and then cough uncontrollably. The coughing hurts my chest and ribs (I had pediatric open heart surgery). It takes me out of …

"Can your spirometry test results be lower than normal of you take the test while you have a chest cold?"

I would love for everyone to share their experience with playing harmonica and encourage others to participate or start a group if they are interested!

Welcome to the social!! Quitting smoking is so very hard. Keep at it with a good attitude you can do it!!! I did it cold turkey in 80 took me 3 times but got it done. Good luck!!