This is a bit complicated... In the "GOLD" definition an FEV1/FVC less than 0.70 ( 70%) counts as obstructed ( whether it is 0.69 or 0.30 ). The FEV1 as a % predicted is then used to define severity ( in your case- more than 80% is mild). In general- a …

Absolutely first class and bang on. Thankyou Dr Mannino, Jean and Das - so very much appreciated. I have a cast iron regime of diet and exercise which I stick to come rain, wind or more rain and this has proved beneficial on numerous levels, but you're …

Last week we talked about COPD basics. Check in - Why is it important to know what happens to your lungs with COPD? (copdfoundation.org) Now that we’ve talked about the basics of COPD, let’s take a closer look at how symptoms can affect different …

Hello everyone, I'm new to 360social, I'm 50 years old and have been smoking since I was 16, last month during a regular check up with my doctor I asked if I could have have a lung check up since I have been smoking for almost 34 years, she asked me if I …

Good afternoon!! As you have probably seen by now, we are talking about comorbidities this month. Do you know what that word means or what comorbidities are common with COPD? I wanted to put a little activity together for you to explain this, so here it …

I don’t have the answer, yet have had the exact same question! I have persistent asthma with a strong mucus component that causes me to cough and clear my throat frequently. The radiologist can tell me there’s no bronchiectasis and even note “tiny” areas …

Before thanksgiving I had gotten sick and needed antibiotics and steroids. They helped for about a week, then I went back to feeling SOB and wheezing. I finally went back to a new doctor about 5-6 weeks later and he did new PFT tests before Christmas. He …

I have COPD, verified by spirometry and pulmonary exams. Technically, by the numbers, my case is severe according to the pulmonologist. I do not have any trouble with mucus- I don't cough, wheeze or rattle when I breathe, even while sleeping. My lungs …

There isn’t a moment, a breath, even on Trelegy or Breztri or ipratropium solution nebulized, where i don’t feel “obstruction” (pressure in lungs, crap in airway, shortness of breath) when I breathe out. Again, i dont have significant allergies and this …

I have recently been diagnosed with Emphysema and am new to this site. If anyone can tell me how to avoid thrush or any type of mouth or dental problems, I would appreciate it. I'd also like to know if it's possible to stop any progression or is it …

You may or may not have heard of these before – let alone tried to pronounce them. Here is some basic information about these two lung conditions: bronchiectasis and NTM lung disease. We’ll add more details and point you to resources as we progress …

I hope this isn’t a silly question but I’m looking for some information. Last Saturday I was very congested and couldn’t seem to cough it up. I had just had some facial surgery for Basil cell so I was just a couch potato… no exercise and not nearly my …

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As you may have heard, we're focusing this January on THE BASICS. The 101s of COPD, of bronchiectasis, and of NTM Lung Disease. This information will lay the foundation for our entire year's worth of learning. Today, let's take a look at a few of our …

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Hi all, Hope everyone is doing well and having a good start to the new year. Im wondering if anyone has advice or experience with working in the construction field and having emphysema. I’m told (still not 100% as my pulmonologist appointment isn’t till …

It sounds like you have had most of the cardiac evaluation ( short of a catheterization). Not all chest pains are the same. That being noted- Many patients with COPD have chest pains not related to their heart ( from ribs, muscles between the ribs, …

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Are there any good studies (using humans and not mice) about if nasal drainage actually goes into the lungs and truly is the cause of lung disease or worsening lung disease? Despite being told that nasal secretions can cause worse breathing, I’m not …

A group of 5-15 people will be having lunch on Friday. We will be the only people in the restaurant and all of us and the servers and cooks are vaccinated and boosted. Most are "seniors" and I am the only one with COPD and oxygen. We meet monthly, but …

Bare with me, I'm 37 and was diagnosed 6 weeks ago with COPD. Chest x-rays were apparently fine and oxygen test thing was good. Not sure what the fev was as to be fair I don't think I took the info in properly. I have the respitory clinic mid August to …

https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/continuing-cov... This is about a new study on mask usage and mask type effectiveness. There are issues with gaps around the mask. "If you have a mask on, it's not a perfect shield," Cameron said. "You still have …

Hi Camila50 This link describes COPD and common symptoms. Click on the menu and select 'What is COPD' https://www.copdfoundation.org/What-is-COPD/Understanding-COPD/What-is-COPD.aspx

Hi all..as said previously, I havent had any of the tests im being told that are used to diagnose COPD, but was diagnosed COPD Unspecified. I have been spitting out yellow/green phlegm more often, even when I dont cough. We were at a higher altitude this …

I have these somewhat mild headaches daily, and a slight pain over my eye/eye's , I sort of thought it was my Atrovent, I skipped my Atrovent most of the day yesterday, yet still had the mild headache throughout the day. Just curious if it's me or the …