Hey guys it’s me again, I said I was new at all this! I hate to come in all the time with a question, however I have been burping more than usual I think I may be indigestion, I just like to know what I can take over the counter with COPD. I hate to take …

Has anyone's FEV improved after quitting smoking at Stage 3?

I have severe COPD with an FEV of 31%. If I quit smoking now, what are my chances of FEV increasing a bit?

Hi all As the weather is so wet and windy I am not getting to go for a walk every day. So i done some seaching and find video lessons of Home walking Workouts there is 10min 15min 20min and 30min so i have been doing the 15min one this is equivalent to …

As it is August now (I feel like the Summer has flown by) federally elected officials will be heading to your home states, and it is a great chance to engage with them! For some representatives, they may have never heard of COPD, pulmonary rehabilitation …

just curious if you have a humidifier on your concentrator, do you need one in your bedroom to. Is an air purifier something that would do better in bedroom, something good but not real costly, and simple to operate.i hate wasting the distilled water in …

Does anyone else experience center back, and rib pain? I notice this when I was weaned off prednisone, and when I finish some leg and arm therapy

Has anyone traveled ,while using a stationary ,or home O2 concentrator. in an RV?Is the noise too unbearable? If in an RV park ,would neighbors complain running it all night,---- IF camping without hook-ups ,can enough battery power take care of it? I …

Hello All I was just recently diagnosed with COPD at the end of July, and was just wondering if anyone else experiences nights were they can't sleep, tinnitus, (ringing in your ears), or phantom sharp pinprick type pains around various places n your body …

I'm scheduled to get a few installed and would like to hear from someone who has experienced such.

Sauna and steam room?

Hi all Been reading all your posts, When i spoke to my Dr he said there is no pulm Rehab and exercises and for copd absolutely no help at all, just carry on with my life as long as i dont sit on my butt all day everyday i be doing enough. I have …

i believe my big issue is small airway disease. In my case from smoking years ago and working in a chemical environment. Seems there is no real treatment for this?

- What is your favorite type of exercise to do? -If you are a patient, how has exercise helped you with your COPD? Have you noticed any changes? -For newly diagnosed patients who want to get moving, but may feel intimidated, what advice do you have for …

Does Medicare cover cost of a spirometer

I've used CBD oil that I make from CBD isolate powder and MCT (coconut oil) for a few yrs. I've found that the most of the places doing studies on it are those that have a stake in its use and thats part of the problem of it not being taken seriously. I …

Hi all Results of my appointment. Stats = Blood pressure 110/80 Heartrate 74bpm Oxygen (spo2) 97 Lungs quiet No crackle No wheezing No shortness of breath. None of this made sense when looking at Spirometry Test Results = Stage 3 Servere. Also weight …

I’ve just been diagnosed with hyperextended lungs, moderate Centrilobular & Paraseptal emphysema and I have 5 lung nodules ranging from 5mm-7mm 4 solid and 1 partial solid. I go see a specialist in 2 days. I’m nervous. Is there anyone that has also been …

Its really interesting to get Dr David Mannino's Professional opinion on these trials. David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation ) Firstly I agree, avoid "clinics" that offer stem cell based treatments that are unproven, there are many out there who are happy to take your money but …

I want to start using Mullein extract to loosen my phlegm and want to know is there a best time of day to use it?

is trou le breathing while laying down common with copd? I've got this again recently and didn't sleep at all last night. My primary wants me to get tested for pulmonary hypertension. I don't see pulmonologist until next month and I desperately need sleep

hello, I just got out of hospital 2 months ago, felt really great. Finishe Pt, and started PR. Ended up going to urgent care they treating me for pneumonia wit taper prednisone, doxycycline. However I take azithromycin, and prednisone for maintenance and …

I am currently supporting a loved one who has COPD and is still struggling with long term smoking addiction. While quitting remains a personal and ongoing challenge for him, I am trying to do what I can to reduce exposure to smoke and pollutants inside …

My husband recently passed away. As his caregiver for many years, I wanted to thank everyone in the community. Once he found the COPD site, he became an active participate. He felt a purpose, sharing his experiences with others, hoping to be a part of …

How a Morning Health Routine Helps Me Through the Day Unlike a friend of mine, I am not wide awake and ready to go in the morning. No, I am a if you do not have a routine forget it. After a few trips to the coffee pot and then maybe we can have a …