For those who are on Oxygen has your breathing gotten better since you first started. Do you find that you are not getting SOB (Short of Breath) as much as when you did at first? Are you having less mucus than you have had in the past? If you're …

This is my latest PFT results, can someone break down what these mean? I was diagnosed off CT Scan looking for an embolism and on the findings it said “mild emphysema” I forget the type mentioned, doctor says “it’s there but the breathing test is …

Did you know that COPD360social has members from over 150 countries? That means you are in a community with people in approximately 76% of the countries in the world! WOW! While everyone may not live in the same place geographically, COPD has impacted us …

My wife is frustrated with my situation. I was diagnosed with Reactive Airway Disease a few months ago and have to go back in April for another PFT. My symptoms are getting worse. She is always wanting to go go go and I can't keep up. So she said she is …

why is it that some people who have quit smoking look down their noses at others who have not yet quit? Do they forget that smoking is an ADDICTION? An addiction that is very hard to overcome? I have seen some comments that are kind of rude and heartless …

Healthy eating is important for everyone, but especially for those with COPD. In today’s world, it is sometimes hard to know what “healthy eating” really means. Fad diets are everywhere, and it can be hard to decide which type of diet is safe for you. …

My husband has severe COPD, but only wears oxygen at night. When we test his blood oxygen, it always starts around 84-85, but it will get to 90-92 after several minutes. This happens even when resting, and also when we are at the doctor's office. His …

I have stage four COPD on the go my oxygen is 1 mL at night. It is 2 mL. I have recently got a treadmill and a recumbent bike, which is also a regular bike. I have been doing really well on the treadmill and got it up to 2.0 also recently started taking …

Has anyone used the new Kaia COPD app ? Its supposed to be a free download but for I phones only. Does anyone know how to get it on a laptop?

Calm down, Mattea; things aren't that bad! Not knowing is scary, but remember nothing has changed since you were told you have COPD; you are still the same person you were and you can do everything today that you could do yesterday. The CT scan is not a …

What you actually have is probably first stage emphysema. In this stage there aren't a lot of symptoms present. This is a best case scenario for you in that it gives you the chance to minimize progression by avoidng things like smoking (including second …

I love talking about pulmonary rehab. As a respiratory therapist, it is where I really fell in love with the field. I found a passion for teaching those with COPD and other lung problems. Pulmonary rehabilitation (rehab for short) offers so many benefits …

A Dr prescribed a neblizer solution for isipratropium bromide and abuterol sulfate solution? Has anyone else used this. For me it seems to keep my lungs open longer and I have less coughing. I am wondering what the isipratropium bromide does or if it has …

I am confused about my breathing or shortness of breath during different activities. I try to ride my Schwinn stationery bike everyday for at least 20 minutes and do not get short of breath; however, when I take a couple steps I feel like I can't breathe …

Hello to all: I had switched from Anoro Ellipta to Trelegy Ellipta on the advice of my Pulmonologist February 19, 2023. I seem to be tolerating it fine, but I have noticed quite an increase in mucus. I cough some up out of the depths of my lungs about …

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I am sure we need mucus to keep our lung cells moist, but when it gets to the point that it forms too much phlegm and blocks the bronchial tubes too much acting as a attraction point for bacteria that the immune system can't get to because of too much …

Hi Richard DJ, I was reading tonight and came across this study that is enrolling at places like Vanderbilt University and other well-known research hospitals. They are doing work to reduce the amount of mucus production in those with chronic bronchitis …

Why do I feel short of breath or I can't breathe even when my oxygen level is at 94/95? I have Stage 3 COPD and use oxygen at night and as needed during the day.

Pneumonia recovery with copd emphysema? This is my second time having pneumonia. First was in 2020 when prolonged illness lead to CT scan and copd diagnosis. Then and now again I’ve had MONTHS of different antibiotics and am exhausted from them and from …

Does anyone have pulmonary rehab permanently

I use DUONEB as maintenance for COPD and XOPENEX for my emergency inhaler. I get my prescriptions from the VA. A few days ago i called the VA pharmacy to ask them where my monthly supply of DUONEB was. Pharmacist told me there is a suppy problem and that …

Hi All, Been awhile- I’m great and hope you all are too. See some of the same so looks like everyone is good and healthy. You all have seen me for the last two years and I have been going through all the emotions and anxiety. Quitting smoking was the …

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Does anyone have experience with a good At Home rehab program?