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This month at the COPD Foundation we’re talking about exercise, physical fitness, pulmonary rehab, and nutrition. There’s a lot we can talk about relating to nutrition and COPD, but today we’re going to focus on aspects of nutrition that may directly …

My doctor suggested Daliresp. for inflammation.

my husband has copd , i know i have to keep his bedding clean so we dont let cat get in the bedroom, and we own a long hair cat , so i want to know how everybody deal with your pet , i feel sorry every time i shut the door on him

I will have to try this. I have a fondness for both brussel sprouts and grilled cheese sandwiches. Yum! I already make the spinach avocado pasta.

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Hi, I just want to say I am so happy that this community exists it’s been very helpful to read all the info and see other people’s journeys. My dad is 74, diagnosed with moderate Emphysema last year, in June ended up having a heart attack and a stent …

I have been diagnosed with a fungal infection in my lung. Has anyone else been diagnosed with this? If so, what has been you experience? Also, I was prescribed a drug that cost $1414.00 per month after insurance. What were you prescribed? Any information …

Did you know that one of the best tools someone living with COPD can have in their toolbox is the pursed lip breathing technique ? To practice pursed lip breathing, you take a deep breath in through your nose while counting to two, and then pucker your …

Just wondering how much worse it is for people like us.

What do i do if i need oxygen for my copd and a doctor won't approve it?

hi everyone, I just wanted to give an update to my situation since I was able to see my new pulmonologist today. My old one is retiring in May so it worked out well for me to transition and also get a second opinion. The new doctor sat down and went …

Good Day Everyone! I am a 48 turning 49 year old in a few weeks and was diagnosed with moderate persistent asthma in July 2021. How I became asthmatic(COPD) is a very sad story to tell. In October 2020, I transferred from one apartment unit to another …

Hello, I have a question, I have for the last 2 to 3 months had several diagnoses for my lung issues, first pneumonia, then the lining of lung issue, fluid on lungs, and now COPD. The nurses are always surprised by my saturation is at 99% on average …

Does COPD Knock us off the Pinnacle of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Need? I remember seeing this pyramid in sociology class and a few times in psychology class, but I became intimately acquainted with the pyramid when I worked at an Alternative Learning Center …

Always check with your doctor before starting an exercise program. “Exercise? Me? You can’t be serious! I can’t even walk to the bathroom without gasping for air!” When I was working in pulmonary rehab, a lot of people felt this way when they were first …

I know this is kinda personal but was wondering what people used for this problem when walking or exercising. Thanks

I’ve shared my story before, so I will be brief. Diagnosed with persistent, non-allergic asthma about a year ago after a mysterious respiratory illness (pulmonologist suspects severe Covid, but we don’t know for sure). A year later I’m doing really well; …

I was diagnosed with moderate copd on the basis of a breathing test last summer. X-ray at rhe time disnt show anything. Neither my GP nor the respirologist I had one appt with said I need a CT scan done. (GP is worried about radiation exposure) How do …

Throughout this month the COPD Foundation has been focusing on how you can get the most out of some key therapies: inhaled medications through inhalers and nebulizers, supplemental oxygen, and pulse oximeters. Today we’re going to take a closer look at …

Hello. New member here. My MIL has COPD but has been very private about her diagnosis and how advanced it is. She had a health crisis while traveling abroad that resulted in intubation. We are having her medically evacuated but this has required her to …

Hi all, I'm 77 yrs old, long time smoker, and have moderate COPD. FEV1 is 68%. I feel great, don't take oxygen or inhalers. No SOB, but my pulmonologist recommended Spiriva. It's contraindicated in kidney disease.. My GFR is 56 Stage 3A kidney disease. …

Welcome Tytan.....I'm not sure if Advair would cause mucus. It contains a steroid so maybe?? Maybe Dr Dave will have an answer for you if he sees this. Have you asked your Dr?? I use Trelegy and it can irritate my throat a little at times. Keep in touch …

Welcome Singersongwriter....I use Trelegy and at times it makes me hoarse. These actions seem to help me---- I gargle as deep in my throat as I can after I take the med--- A scoop of raw honey every day---- A cup of Bigelow Tea every day--- …

I’m very curious and I’m sorry if this it the wrong place to ask, about peak flow question, do people with copd tend to have lower scores? My peak flow can range from 560 to 630 depending on how I feel with around 4 to 5 litter. Is that even possible …