Hi. I understand that COPD is a progressive disease and we can slow progression by not smoking, exercising, eating healthy, taking meds, etc. I am just wondering is it possible to not progress through the stages of the disease? If we look after our lungs …

Hi all Seems like i have over done the exercise a check up said my body is fatigued/ tired and i am too stop and rest. Whoops was loving it, but the warning i must take on board and act on. Think it was the over 12,000 steps plus cardio. I am now very …

Can anyone recommend a portable spirometers I can use at home? I do a Google search and see a few. Looking for your thoughts.

I am going to try Spiriva (per reasons in recent post). Do you have any reason to prefer one over the other? 1. Spiriva 2.5mcg/act aerosol solution or its generic: 2. Tiotropium 18mcg capsule (an inhaled powder)? The generic is somewhat cheaper, but I …

Hi, My name is Niall and I was diagnosed with emphysema 7 years so when I was 30. Since my diagnosis I have stopped smoking and am pretty healthy ( I run 3 times a week and ran the dublin marathon last year). I also cycle occasionally and play football …

Does drinking milk or other diary bad for COPD, if so what do you replace it with

https://www.copdfoundation.org/COPD360social/Community/Questions-and-Answers/What-exactly-is-an-exacerbation-COPD-or-asthma-I-have-both.aspx From David's answer to my question last year I guess I am having an exacerbation. The answer kind of matters …

Dr. Mannino and Karen, All of my questions were not answered, and the answers that were given were unclear. Merry Christmas and all the best in 2026.

Cheather. I just want you to know that I myself have dealt with this problem. I'm not sure when it started or when it slowed down. I the last year or so, I have had very wierd dreams with people in my family who have passed away and in places that I may …

I am glad that you are eating healthy and I understand being afraid of not being able to care for yourself. I also live alone and understand the fear that you have. You may have symptoms that you are in denial of. I was in denial for the first 2 years or …

Hi there and happy holidays to all last year hubby had a collapsed lung and had the surgery to fuse lung to his chest wall. Surgery was successful and he has not had any issues till a month ago. A month ago he started feeling fatigue and muscle aches …

All - I had an updated PFT after 5 years. The numbers are worse, to a degree which surprised the pulmonary doctor. The pulmonary doctor wants to try a new drug. I am now on nothing (see history below). After walking up 2 flights of stairs, I am a bit …

Hi all, I'm new to this community as I wanted to find out a bit more about COPD and everything surrounding it. I live with a relative who was diagnosed with it last Christmas. The doctors had told us that my Grandad has had it since 2015 but we reckon my …

Hi Folks, I am inquiring whether a prescription for a mucolytic would be beneficial for me. I am currently taking 1200 mg of guaifenesin, yet I continue to experience difficulties in expelling mucus, likely due to my compromised respiratory and coughing …

With the holiday season upon us, many of us are looking at our calendars and getting ready for fun parties and events. But how do we stay healthy while still enjoying all of the holiday happenings? Here are some tips for preventing COPD flare-ups. Plan …

I've been researching various supplements to help with my joint and back pain. I have thoracic scoliosis plus Gerd (which both affect my breathing) and cannot take Advil and Tylenol doesn't do it for me. I'm on Trelegy, Prilosec, Fosinopril, Crestor, …

Hello, just joined. I wondered if somebody could help me with a query. I was told I probably have COPD awhile ago and I’m awaiting a test to find out for certain, but in the meantime, my Dr has given me a daily use inhaler. He mentioned at the time that …

I got my COPD diagnosis in November 2023. Still trying to understand it. Do I have to consult my doc for using any new food/drink ? That sounds a lot of work.

Quitting smoking is key. Control what you can (diet, exercise, vaccinations). Many people with your degree of lung function have long and productive lives.

At this point, the best hope for a "cure" appears to be the work that is going on at real research facilities that are working with stem cells. The hope is to develop a method of altering stem cells so that they will actually work to regenerate lung …

Foes anyone else have issues with their inhaler giving them dry mouth. I have been using act dry mouth for years but just don’t seem to work. What are some other to use ThankGAnnes

I have heard one of the big things about this medication is that you have to really shake it well to be sure that it ALL dissolves or you don’t get the full benefit from it (eg if there are still particles in the solution when you start nebulizing. We …

Hi all Today I achieved 10,718 steps which I think equals 4 miles, can I ask does anyone else walk this distance or maybe more over the course of a day. I only ask as I was told this was too much. SPO2 was 97 Heartrate was 80 Using a finger oximeter It …

Hi Folks, I am a long-time COPD patient, having endured this condition for 25 years. Recently, my heart has also become a significant concern. I was cautioned that this is often the trajectory for individuals with chronic COPD; the heart tends to falter …

I was just diagnosed with moderate emphysema. No daily 02 yet. I took a flight simulation test that resulted in need to fly with POC supplemental oxygen— I love traveling and have flown to Europe every year for many years and so I feel devastated to have …