I just joined COPD360social. I'm a respiratory therapist who will soon be doing some patient education in our acute care hospital and I am wondering if the material you have is available for that or only for your connected Pulm. Rehab programs?

Has anyone any information on the outcome of having vents inserted? Also is this procedure covered under insurance? I am very interested in this procedure and I have no where to start. I spoke to my pulmonary doctor, he really  seems to not have a …

PROS: The ability to breathe! If you are compliant with meds, diet, and exercise, you will be able to look forward to a pretty normal life! Recovery time varies, but averages 6 months or so. You will actually be able to do stuff to try …

I have stage IV emphysema and they have found spots on my lungs which if cancerous could be a problem to treat.. My Dr. and I had a long talk and we both know I am really at a fragile time, but really trying. How do I get my family to talk to me and not …

OnSaturday October 15 2016, over 800 respiratory therapists were joined togetherin an attempt to break the world record for the most people blowing pinwheelsfor one-minute. After the record-breaking attempt was made, Michael Empric from GUINNESS WORLD …

It is likely that pain under the ribs is caused by sore muscles used for breathing. Those of us with COPD, particularly those that require oxygen, must work more muscles much harder to move air in and out of our damaged lungs. There is a remote chance it …

I agree with Mendo Bruce. This is quite a flawed study. The sample is too small and there are too many variables in the sample. I have difficulty imagining something as insignificant at as master's thesis being approved with these protocol.

Anyone out there who lives in Houston have a referral for a residential mold/air quality testing company ?  We'd like to test for mold and possibly bacteria.

Always have backup if on oxygen.  I always take extra along when out of town for the day.  I seen ppl have trouble with their oxygen and didn't plan to have extra along.  Not good choice.   Check your meds to make sure you don't run out plan a head there …

The COPD Foundation recently released a 4-question survey to measure how much our COPD community knew about pneumococcal disease and its vaccination. Over 100 individuals responded - thank you! We found that approximately 75% of respondents reported …

Hey, friends, I'm a newbie here, so as you can imagine, I have a ton of questions. I've been newly diagnosed with COPD, age 55, and while I'm feeling better from a physical standpoint, I'm concerned about certain activities of daily living. The most …

Only inhaling/ingesting steroids causes Thrush. If you are nebulizing steroids, then rinsing (with or without magic mouthwash) is recommended. Other inhalers (LABA/LAMA/SABAs) do not promote Thrush. Antibacterial mouthwashes can make the steroid effect …

I am 54 and I was in the ICU with Stage 3 COPD and double pneumonia. I was on life support for 3 days. Since I have been home I can't seem to find the energy to do anything, I am gaining weight and feel so isolated and alone. Does anyone else feel this …

Not if you have COPD. This is a strategy for treatment of Asthma where first line therapy is inhaled steroid and LABAs are secondary treatment. LABAs can be added for those with uncontrolled symptoms that are only taking an inhaled steroid as a …

Dry powder inhalers seem to increase the amount of mucus in my lungs. I use spiriva and serevent.

AARC (American Association for Respiratory Care) will be holding a patient event in conjunction with their National Conference in San Antonio, Texas on October 14, 2016 at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio from 11:45 - 5:00 pm. The event is open to all chronic …

I have heard others use the term to describe a POC. In practice, an oxygen conserver is a device that is used to regulate the dose size to extend the life of the oxygen supply in a compressed tank

He is at a constant level of 15 liter minute. What are options for providing that level of oxygen at home?

I'm purchasing the Inogen G4 unit and am wondering if an

I have heard that eating a gluten free diet it helps breathing easier. Has anyone else heard this?

My mom, never a smoker, said they found her lungs to be fuzzy and overinflated at an appointment with a chest X Ray. Some shortness of breath especially this last week with a cold. Awaiting official diagnosis but of course immediate thought is terrible …

There are a few of us who can't seem to stay saturated with pulse oxygen flow, whether on a POC or a tank regulator. Although we seem to be a minority among patients, it is important to use an oximeter while exerting yourself and see if the device you …

I wanted to pass on some information regarding CPAP users. I have terrible air trapping, as well as bloating, as well as gerd. I found myself in the hosptal on a BiPAP machine. I realized it worked different from my CPAP. Made me curious. Through a …

With this new condition I am on Prednisone 15 mg currently, indefinitly. Will it have an adverse effect on my COPD?

Hi! My name is Chrissy, I'm 41 and a none smoker. Ive never smoked a day in my life. Im so freaked out and depressed over this. I still have a 12 yr old at home and 5 other adult kids. I just dont understand how this could happen. I feel like ive just …