Over the past two weeks I have been admitted to hospital, most recently over the weekend for prolonged periods of severe shortness of breath this has never happened before except in the past 2 weeks. Chest x ray was fine. Blood tests all normal. I have a …

There are a number of medications available now that help with emphysema; way more than were available in the late 90s. In addition, we know a lot more about things that we can do for ourselves that will help: daily exercise, weight control, diet, …

Has anyone come up with a way to be outdoors with dew points < 45?>

The American Lung Association has a sponsored focus on COPD. November is COPD Awareness Month—time to raise awareness, take action and help make a difference in the lives of the more than 12.5 million people in America living with COPD. COPD Awareness …

According to the Cleveland clinic it is not a good idea. https://health.clevelandclinic.org/ozone-therapy/

Happy World COPD Day!!! Many years ago, right around this time of year, I was with my family at Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas to strike it rich (or so my kids thought ) when I slipped on some pine needles hiding under a soft layer of …

I still am struggling with quitting. I just went 16 days and through the worst but life slammed me and first thing i did was run out for smokes as my coping mechanism. Some people say breathing did not improve after quuitting. Anyone have any positive …

HI. Medical history of Kidney cancer. Removed Nov 2021. Sept 2022 I got very ill with a respiratory infection. After that I started having “attacks” heart was checked. Gastro checked. Tons of scans nothing showed anything. April/May I was diagnosed with …

Hi, just a recap please. My question is your copd stage determined by your pre bronchadilator FEV1 or your post bronchodialator FEV1. thankyou in advance

The Global Initiative on Chronic Obstructive lung Disease ( GOLD) is having its first ever patient forum tomorrow, November 13, from 11:30 am to 4 Pm ( Eastern Time) https://goldconferenceondemand.com/2023-gold-patie... It will feature some of your …

Hi, Happy Friday/Weekend. Appreciate all of you/thank you for putting up with me on this journey. Ok. My Pulmo ordered all tests for me last week. 1. CT Scan-No acute findings in the chest 2.Blood Work- All Normal 3.Methacholine Test- No Asthma …

Had the pneumonia vaccine in March due to my age then took a chest infection in April. Antibiotics didn’t help and now I still have a phlegm cough months later. Respiratory physio said I have bronchitis and long covid. I started on turmeric and black …

Is living in a dry climate at 6000 ft better or worse for COPD?

Hi all, Just looking to get some feedback on my latest PFT in light of previous PFTs. I'm based in the UK so I don't get to see a pulmonologist until 3-4 months after a PFT. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated... Diagnosis spirometry: March 2022 / …

Hi all. COPD stage probably severe. (To be confirmed in November) About a month ago EMT transport to E.D. for pneumonia and acute respiratory failure with hypoxia and CO2 level in the 80s. Put on BiPap for a day...CO2 number dropped to 50s. In-patient …

This is my first winter having to sleep all night every night with oxygen 2l. For years I have been sleeping with an electric blanket. Would it be safe for me to use the blanket if I'm very careful. I don't move around much at night. Does anyone else use …

I am currently taking Anoro Elliot for my COPD. I received a letter that my insurance will no longer cover this starting January 2024. They are suggesting I take Bevespi Aerosohere Stiolto Respimat. Is anyone taking this medication? I was told in …

Hello, I am female, 33 years old and my lung problems started 1,5 years ago. I started smoking when I was 16 years old and smoked maybe 5 or 6 a day and then stopped 2 years ago. Before I stopped I vaped for 1 year. From one day to another my lungs felt …

I am not sure any one here can answer your question . I definitely think you should bring it to the attention of your doctor sooner than later. I don't believe that is common with COPD.

Hi again, Just a few points... N.B. I'm a lay person, with no clinical knowledge... But still, just a few points... I've probably spent as many hours as yourself playing the numbers game... "I have X function, if I decline at Y I have Z quality years …

It is November and there’s nothing more exciting to the COPD Foundation than COPD Awareness Month! This is the month that organizations from around the world join together to recognize and bring more awareness to COPD and the millions of people that have …

We all know that regular exercise can increase someone’s strength and endurance over time. However, some people are not aware of the positive mental health benefits that you can gain from exercising. As we prepare for the launch of our annual Lace Up …

started 2 days ago...tips Please.

I have a combination of moderate severe obstruction,(as diagnosed yesterday by spirometry) poor circulation, my artery tied off in my right leg and nerve damage and vein valve issues from necrotising fasciitis in my right leg a few years ago. I suffer …

Hi everyone. I´m from Argentina, so sorry for my poor English in advance. I´m 36, and I smoke about 5 cigarettes per day for the last 5 years. I started smoking in 2018. I´m a healtlhy person, in shape and do excercise 2 or 3 days a week since I was a …