If you search here on the site, I think you'll find lots of posts on the benefits of pulmonary rehab. It's been proven to be (along with not using any tobaacco products) the best way to slow or prevent further progression and also to provide education …

Hello, I have some technical questions about this site. When I view profiles, I see there’s a section that says description. However, most descriptions are cut off and I cannot read them in their entirety. Is there a way to read the whole description? …

After many nebulizers, and the first one i received from my oxygen supply company, just wondering if anyone else has good ideas. I use "Pari" nebulizer. it is labeled as used a high use daily. Mine has lasted for a couple years and i use up to 5 times a …

Just wondering if anyone else have run across a diagnosis of Tracheitis?? - Tammy

I have been wearing, a tank top, it’s hard to finds these with bras in them. So is there a certain one that you find comfortable or is there anything else that can help. Someone told me to clip the sides, not sure that will help. I can’t be the only one …

I haven’t signed up because I’ve never heard of it. I have a Medicare Advantage insurance - not sure if that makes s difference. ??? All of my prescriptions are set up as 90 days worth, but grouped on different refill schedules. The costs have been …

So went back to "asthma" doctor today who steel seams befuddled as to what to label my lung condition. CT scan results appeared normal but radiologist I guess is a hack with a track record of mixing up peoples records, misdiagnosis, etc. Now will be …

Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is a program designed to help people living with COPD or other chronic lung conditions feel better and breathe easier. Today, we are answering some questions to help you decide if PR is right for you. What happens in a …

Okay, I was suspected of having this in 2017 but it was never confirmed. Me going downhill so fast in last 6 months as in physically and o2 levels randomly dropping is not supported by my most recent pft. I did have hrct done which was normal, but I …

Another follow-up to topic with the same name. I sent the below suggestion for another drug choice, that should not have the concerning side-effects of Spiriva even if in the same class, per research by Gemini. The doctor has prescribed the first drug …

Hi I've had the spiromety test doctor said pretty but nothing more specific.i have stage 1 emphysema also have the dreaded cough do other people here get the cough and mucus and what exactly do you do my pumoligist recommend don't smoke i quit 15 years …

can you please tell me what chronic therapy is. Many thanks

Summer is here, and many people are planning vacations after a long break due to COVID -19 . While traveling with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD ) can r equire some planning, you can still enjoy a much-needed vacation. Let’s talk about …

So I received my hrct scan results of lungs which I guess is a very detailed test and the results were as follows: NO PARENCHYMAL LUNG DISEASE IS IDENTIFIED. NO FINDINGS TO ACCOUNT FOR THE PATIENT'S CLINICAL SYMPTOMS ARE APPARENT. So is this good? Does …

So when did everyone's pulmonologist decide it was time for supplemental oxygen? Since October my o2 level drops very easily and sometimes simply while at rest. It went down to 88 tonight making tacos and that low sitting on the couch at times. This is …

Aren't pulmonologists supposed to be pro exercise? And yet I've never had a one of them provide any guidance. I was exercising vigorously up until flare last October. But in a fairly short amount of time I got almost all the way back to where I was. But …

Mucus. Phlegm. Sputum. Whatever you call it, it can be a common problem for people with COPD and other chronic lung conditions, such as bronchiectasis. Extra mucus forms in the airways, from the lungs to the throat, and it might come out as you cough. …

Below is the doctor's response to my detailed summary (posted here, about the drugs and side-effects, under the same topic name). What do you think? Is it worth re-trying any of the other drugs that had side effects? Some of you had good success with …

I was diagnosed with smoking related emphysema about 14 months ago via a lung health CT scan on the NHS. I have not really got any symptoms. Maybe a bit more phlegm in the mornings. I'm 61 and gave up smoking on dianosis. I can run 10 km relatively …

I understand your concern. That is a low saturation at rest, but not physically damaging. You say that you have given up exercise, and it may be that you are in need of pulmonary rehabilitation. I have found at times that my oxygen saturation actually …

How common is this? I quit smoking many many years ago for the most part. I was told many years ago might have this, but got better and forgot about it. Now my breathing has gotten so bad that doing anything, including talking takes so much effort. …

The only reason I can possibly think of (and i'm not medically trained at all) is that it reduces inflammation which in turn slows the progression. The study below adds some useful insights, but again its very much lab work and not human studies. …

Hi all I need to have a tooth extracted but am wondering how I proceed the first few days afterwards re my breztri inhaler? I know its important to be careful not to dislodge the clot, so am a little worried about that. I do use a spacer if that makes …

Hello, has anyone had a tooth extraction while on oxygen and COPD. I know I probably need one and have to see the dentist s the molar is leaving the gums. How does a dentist do this with oxygen and severe COPD? I have anxiety bad just thinking about it …

If you are part of Medicare’s Extra Help or Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program, how does that impact what you pay for your prescriptions?