I did a little research on it and what I read was contradictary. The manufacturer states it goes up to 1.5 LPM and battery lasts up to 4 hours (without specifying the liter flow it uses to measure) but Bridge to Care states it goes up to 2LPM and will …

cannot Get dressed without completely exhausting myself. The hardest part is putting on my socks. I become breathless and have to go into a recovery mode. Takes about 90 seconds to get under control. That’s only a little thing. I’m unable to rake leaves, …

My breathlessness typically does not present as severe panting or gasping (unless I am exercising to within an inch of my life!). I typically feel that however deeply I breathe in I cannot get enough air. That's what drove me to the doctor years ago. I …

I am working on a hand crank retractable oxygen reel. Are there any features people look for when they look or a device like this?

I've always had asthma but never had trouble with it until a couple years ago. Earlier in the year my dr diagnosed me with stage 2 copd. No literature or anything. Just told me to quit smoking. He put me on Trelegy (only half a lung was working 50% …

Hi All, I have mild COPD, FEV1 around 90% and mild hypertension around 135/95. My Oxygen sats average 98% during the day and 94% at night (night time reading might not be a very accurate) I have a good exercise tolerance / non-smoker / healthy BMI. I …

has anyone been on Trellegy and it stoped working

Please go through our learn more section above. When you have specific questions you can post and we can try to answer. Everyone is unique, as are everyone's COPD journeys.

Hello, I'm new here and just read a post that is 2yrs old from lizimandu57 about Trelegy. I'm not sure how to contact her but she said that she got her Trelegy from Canada. I would like to know the name of the pharmacy. How do I contact lizimandu57? …

Hell all- I was wondering if anyone is on dupiczet for COPD. Whart are you thoughts. Thank you

I have been diagnosed with both asthma and COPD since 2011. Diagnosis confirmed after recent lung function tests in hospital. PEF 77% predicted (reversible to 86%), FEV1 56% (reversible to 67%) and FEV1/FVC 49% (reversible to 54%). Never smoked. No …

Hi, firstly I'm not a clinician but the graph below indicates those who give up smoking on average loose FEV1 at half the rate of those who continue to smoke (perhaps somewhere near normal) although nothing is guaranteed... So you've already bought …

Any one on dupixenr yet? What are your thoughts. Thank you.

Hi everyone I’m 29 male was having investigations for chronic bronchitis and was told I had it by one pulmonologist now I’ve had my second CT and spiro and these were my results I then got discharged and since then I have had blood in my mucus and many …

I have pain from time to time in the chest area , but if it is related to my emphysema , dont know , we have no pain receptors in the lungs, but your muscles may hurt because of the ekstra strain on breathing.

My nasal cannula keeps twisting up under my chin. Is there any way to stop this from happening? It is driving me insane. Suggestions?

From my understanding, there are two main types of COPD: chronic bronchitis and emphysema. I’ve read a lot of helpful posts from people who have chronic bronchitis or asthma, but just wondering if there are any here who have lived many (good) years with …

I recently read that there is a question concerning Anticholinergic drugs (Spiriva in my case) and dementia. I've been on Spiriva 3 years. I'm 73 and have experienced the occasional memory issues - what's that word/what did I come in here to get - common …

Bronchiectasis can be tricky and often goes undiagnosed or misdiagnosed for quite some time. It’s important to understand how COPD can contribute to bronchiectasis and why catching it early can make a big difference. Let’s take a closer look together! Do …

Hi studder333 I'm sorry to see that you're having a lot of symptoms. Are you seeing a pulmonologist (lung doctor)? If not, it may be a good idea, given your symptoms. We have a few virtual groups that you may be interested in: Our monthly support …

Hi everyone, I 29M have obstructive breathing without reversibility (which looks like small airways COPD, but not yet officially diagnosed with COPD or asthma). Recently, I have been having alot of chest discomfort and obstruction in the lungs (with a …

Does anyone else seem to have more difficulty standing still than walking ?

One of the known interventions in COPD is vaccinations. We recommend that patients be vaccinated to influenza ( annually), Covid, pneumonia, pertussis, RSV, Shingles ( in addition to the usual childhood vaccinations). Are vaccinations 100% effective? No …

I'm just a patient but I think it can go either way. COPD can contribute to getting pneumonia or lung damage from pneumonia can lead to COPD. That's not an absolute because every individual can be different

Hello. Attached are my spirometry numbers. I can inhale a decent volume of air, but I have a fair amount of trouble getting it out. I work in the admin building at a waste treatment plant that is surrounded by a cardboard recycling plant. Both produce …