Though I don’t have COPD, I do have persistent asthma. My pulmonologist has me doing deep breathing exercises with a 40lb. resistance band. I loop the band around a steady object (I use my desk leg), pull back with both hands while taking as deep a …

Hey Richard...I have a few of the flutter valves. They're all pretty much the same and they have helped me. Hope this helps a little. Did the Dr have a recommendation???

Hi! Sometimes when I go to eat, as soon as the fork gets to my lips and I open my mouth, I cough. It doesn't happen all the time. My pulmonologist mentioned a swallowing study when the pandemic has calmed down, Has anyone experienced this issue, and/or …

I use PLB when I feel the need. It Definitely Helps!!!! I've used It during exercise or anytime my breathing feels a little off. I use it even if I don't feel the need. I've used it just to relieve stress--it helps. PLB is a great tool for us to use. I …

i was on Symbicort up until last week then my pulmonologist changed it to Anoro. Question.can Anoro cause shooting pain in the bottom of legs - I’ve been on it fir approx 4 days and am being woken up around 4 am with shooting pain down the right hand leg …

I reported the other day on a new pulseox - Wellue $40 on Amazonsmile - that is bluetooth connected to my iPhone via blurtooth. It works! a screen shot of real time data collected is below. //ed

My triggers tend to be - perfumes and/or scents; I can't tolerate most perfumes, scented candles and many cleaning products - smoke of any kind - poor air quality, inside the building, as well as, the air outside. Living in a larger city can be …

03...For your eyes only?????

I have suffered recurrent chest infections, pneumonia and wheezing for years. I recently had a Spirometry test which indicates COPD. They've arranged for another test in 2 weeks and I was a heavy smoker for 8 years but quit 5 years ago. I have a 3 year …

I have not smoked in almost 30 years. But "they" say my lungs will continue to deteriorate. What causes that? I heard Univ of Houston was looking at Natural stem cells we have in our bodies that are not good for us. Mayo Clinic was looking at senescent …

Has anyone heard of this disease? I've been going back and forth with asthma and copd diagnosis in recent years. Turns out my ct scan from hospital stay at the end of 2017 actually points to this and they sent me home with meds for it without really …

would a respiratory therapist or someone with any ideas please tell me a little more about nebulizer mouth pieces. i got my 1st nebulizer in 2018 and they dropped it off and said goodbye. i am currently using it 2 to 3 times a day with a duo neb and 2 …

Diagnosed severe copd a year ago after pleural effusion and pneumonia . In Hospital 2 wks . Took few months to get back to my so to speak normal breathing . Now a year later fell fractured my hip had surgery . Five days after surgery had exacerbation …

05...stolen goods 12...singin' the blues

My 02 level (Blood oxygen) level is always around 87-88 when they test it using that finger thing. If I take deep breaths before I can get it to around 90. I was just put on 2 different inhalers. One long acting and one rescue. I'm going to the Dr. for …

the birds! //ed

A brief inquiry - can anyone please predict the future? It would be so useful to know how things are going to work out. The internet is awash with apocryphal tales of COPD doom, inexplicable redemption, even religious inspired salvations. So many …

Thankyou very much to each of you for your observations and advice. I thoroughly appreciate your time and consideration. I know I’m making a terrible hash of things at the moment and sound full of doom and gloom. I’ve been floundering on a sea of …

As promised, here are the answers to the COPD Action Plan Quiz! 1. How often should the My COPD Action Plan be updated by you and your doctor? Answer: b – Every six months. The My COPD Action Plan should be routinely updated every six months, but …

I'll clean your car with the great pleasure Das23 (and your helicopter and your jet). Cleaning a car, from engine bay to ash tray, is one of the few things that has always made sense to me - at every level. Thankyou very much Jean053 and Alph too. I do …

Here we are on the last day of March! Spring is just around the corner! Throughout this month, we have taken a closer look at a few of the non-medication things that affect COPD: exercise, nutrition, pulmonary rehabilitation, and airway clearance. …

Lol, i watch 'normal' people sit around and this doesnt happen to them and im like 'wth?'. Jean, I never thought of that. I also need to learn to breathe when playing guitar. Never use to. Injury? Better rest, except breathing gets worse sitting around. …

Thank you very much indeed for your kindness and insight. I'm not normally so pessimistic and irrespective of my feelings, I do stick doggedly to a daily routine (more like regime) of exercise and healthy living, setting out each morning at 5.30am for a …