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Where Can I buy my COPD inhallers online?

Hi, In this situation i can't going to offline store to buy my COPD inhallers like- Advair, Spiriva etc. So i think, should buy these from the online store. So suggest me some online pharmacy in the USA.

Author: heidiweber
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Did anyone's copd happen suddenly?

I was asthmatic most my young life to adult with many attacks pneumonia and bronchitis over time which then lapped over to copd. In 97 went on oxygen.

Author: Cacia1978
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How can you tell when it's the copd or the anxiety?

Hi Cacia1978 - My experience with this is that it can be a chicken & egg kind of thing... which came first? Is the SOB causing anxiety or anxiety causing SOB? In the moment, whichever one it is, my response is to slow down, center myself and focus on …

Author: Cacia1978
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Medicare and Cost of Inhalers

Hi Fabiana, we have a Better Breather's Club meeting tomorrow afternoon (Tuesday) and I'll mention it and give your email address to anyone interested. I'm also presenting at a Breathe Strong Florida seminar Friday in the Clermont, FL area and will …

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Spirometry results, I think are normal?

Hi all, I received these the other day and still have to wait another week for the pulmonologist to meet with me. I’ve tried to research this and so far, I think these numbers look good. I’m having a blocked feeling when I inhale and exhale. Any help …

Author: Mike78
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Check in – What Does your Cough Say About your COPD?

My pulmonologist got rid of my terrible cough (yay), yet now I have this thick, sticky clear phlegm that I need to huff up. It’s like glue at times, and the huffing makes my voice hoarse. It’s seeming getting better over time. Hope that continues.

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Dingbats anyone?

Let's see how these go. //ed

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Face Mask & Nasal Cannula Together

Being that this Coronavirus is going on, I thought I may ask; if any one has looked into or knows, how we would go about wearing a face mask and nasal cannula together at the same time.

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I've noticed different medications. I'm on Advair and Spiriva. Never heard anyone talk about these

Asking about advair and spiriva

Author: Special KC
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Results-I’ve just been diagnosed with COPD and don’t understand my spiro results

Hello fellow COPDers. I’ve just been diagnosed with COPD and don’t understand my spiro results. My doctor checked out the results from the specialist and said, “ it’s mild lung damage and don’t start smoking again “ I know you guys are not doctors but …

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RIP DarlaBee

This is DarlaBee's husband. I am sorry to inform everyone that she passed away on November 16th. She went peacefully and was surrounded by family. I'm just now looking through her computer and closing accounts and such, and I see that she posted here. I …

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What does 5plus years mean for life expectancy?

I was reading under life expectancy for moderate emphysema. It says that it is 5 plus years. What does that mean?

Author: BettyK66
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Has anyone purchased a battery powered generator for concentrator

I have recently experienced a power outage at home (apartment), and as a direct result have ended up in the hospital for 8 days, and currently am in a multi care center for rehab All together I have been away from home, so far, for 4 weeks and counting. …

Author: Cuchi
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In COVID19 Situation, where can i buy my medicine over the internet, anyone suggest me?

In COVID19 Situation, where can i buy my medicine over the internet, I have also prefer a pharmacy i.e onlineprescriptionstore.com which is refer by my friend. Any one can suggest me anyother internet pharmacy or onlineprescriptionstore.

Author: Roger2020
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I cannot afford my COPD medications…what can I do? Are there any affordable treatment alternatives?

Many COPD medications are not exactly cheap, and many COPD patients are on a fixed income.  What to do when the necessary meds simply cannot be afforded.

Author: Aunt Mary
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Anyone using Symbicort and Spiriva?

Hello to all, I am new here and diagnosed with mild to moderate COPD 10months ago, age 52, and quit smoking 15 months ago (former smoker of 30 years). I was wondering if anyone has used and changed from using acombination of Qvar and Spiriva over to …

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What are the effects of chronically low O2 sat?

As Jean has described to you an oxygen level of 88 automatically qualifies you for supplemental oxygen. You Pulmonologist will prescribe oxygen for you. You are eligible for an in home concentrator as well as oxygen which allows you to leave your home. …

Author: Prest0n
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What makes a perfect portable oxygen concentrator?

What features would you add to your portable oxygen concentrator to make it ideal for you? Weight, ease of use, battery life?

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Spirometry Results (can anyone interpret please?)

I have recently been diagnosed with Adult Onset Asthma. I’ve pasted my results below and would appreciate feedback / comments. I ask because I’m wondering if there is more in play here (than just asthma). A bit more about me (if it helps): 56 y/o male …

Author: Otter
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What are my oxygen options?

There has been a recent change to 2 liter, continuous, for exertion. Pulse will still work while sitting around. After this long winter, I am looking forward to serious gardening, and that will require 2 liter continuous except when I am sitting enjoying …

Author: muddleaged
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Phlegm without cough (strange right)?

I’ve not been officially dx with COPD, but something is going on and I’d like some advice please: About 4 months ago I began experiencing SOB with cough and phlegm. A noted pulmonologist here in Atlanta diagnosed me with Moderate Persistent Adult Onset …

Author: Otter
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Check in – What has pulmonary rehab done for you?

I have gone through Pulmonary Rehab 3 times, and each time I have regained my ability to go farther, faster and easier. My Dr. told me 20 years ago "stay active" and everytime I begine to feel sluglish and unable to get up and go...I get up and go sign …

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Top US cities to live in with COPD

For me personally, FL is too humid so no on Naples. SD was great, but when we visited, but the elevation got me. I could probably do ok in AR and Amarillo, I'm already in TX. Humidity (unless it's cold) and elevation suck the life out of me and make my …

Author: Janina K
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Nutrition: Do you know if these are myths or facts?

Great information. I fail miserably on the water intake :( I often wondered about the 10X extra calories to breathe. What is the normal calories usage to breathe?

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How do you stay active?

The word “exercise” can have so many meanings, so let’s just focus on activity. We all know it helps to be active and to get our bodies moving. It makes us feel better and healthier. Like many people, I find myself being less active during the winter …

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