I was still working at the time that I went to pulmonary rehab (about 20 years ago), so I was out and about already. I did feel stronger and more able to cope with my daily life, and it continued afterward.

i have a Sleep Science Q-Series Adjustable Base with a Purple mattress (It’s a hand-me-down so I don’t really know what model/type it is) with a foam topper, but the adjustable base is the real issue here. Last night the remote stopped working. We have …

I am flying in a few weeks and my doctor had to fill out a form for United Airlines. I will be using it for taxiing, takeoff and landing at 2L. I'm a little nervous about it, but I have batteries that will last a total of 18 hours (My flight is 3 hours …

Velkommen til, , man siger det tager op til et år før kroppen har "repareret" det den kan efter rygestop. Øget slim er normalt. Og det er rigtig godt din Dlco er 99 procent. Welcome. They say it takes about a year for the body to repare what it can upon …

I have tried to find a list of online pulmonary rehab clinics by searching the w.w.w with out much success. Does the COPD foundation have one? Can anyone recommend one. Thanks

Hi again everyone. Quit a scare for me last night. I was diagnosed with mild copd about a month ago but since then has exeperienced increasing amounts of symptoms. It’s been extremely difficult for me to understand which symptoms were related to …

Had an acute case of sepsis recently, end of last year. Sea urchins spine to the heel. Didn't realize what was going on. Felt unwell booked a Dr appointment on the Friday for Monday and started on Prednisone thinking it was asthma flare. Thought I was …

Hello, I am new to this site, but I am married to someone that has asthma and COPD. He has never smoked at all, but has severe allergies which seem to be the trigger for his asthma and illnesses. I find myself going into panic mode whenever I hear him …

My Husband was diagnosed with Enphysema and was prescribed Stiolto Respimat (tiotropium bromide and olodaterol. He didn't have any symptoms when he started using the medication but after about 3 days started getting wheezing and coughing. He was on the …

As you will see on our site- many people live long and fulfilling lives with this degree of impairment. Control what you can ( No smoking/vaping, diet, exercise, vaccines). You may check with your provider about pulmonary rehabilitation ( if you have not …

Hi all! I'm curious if anyone knows if anxiety can affect pft results? I read some studies that stated it can, but would like some real-life situations to come to a conclustion!

Welcome 45yrcopdasthma........Sorry you're having this issue. I haven't had any events that intense with so many different triggers. Have you asked you doctor about this?? Hope you get some answers. Read all the info in the LEARN MORE tab at the top of …

Hi everyone, This is my first time on this sight. I was diagnosed with COPD back in 2021. In November of last year I had my first flare-up. Pretty scary to say the least. I have had 5 more flare-ups since then. My question is, is this a lot? When should …

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 …

Long time no speak. Seeing a resp dr on Thursday. Bit worried as the last time I saw a pulmonologist they didn't listen to a word I said and said I was asymptomatic because I didn't cough. Quit the cigs well over a year ago. Get out of breath getting …

I'm having a hard time using this site. When I click on the blue answers, nothing shows up. Can you tell me why? Also, back to my original question, My doctor wants me to use Trelegy but there are so many side effects to it I'm really scared to use it …

I'm all in as well! For at least the last 15 years, I've had the flu vaccine and plan to get it again this fall. (I missed 1 year about 8 years ago and got miserably sick with the flu. Will never miss again.) I'm up to date with the pneumonia shots and …

Mucus. Phlegm. Sputum. No matter what you call it, if it is in your lungs, you want to get it out. Some people who live with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD only deal with mucus or phlegm when they have a chest cold or exacerbation, while …

Has anyone ordered medications from clearsky phramacy?

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 …

I’ve been diagnosed with COPD with hypoxia. I’m experiencing SOB, so I measure my oxygen that shows 94. And I was in bed. I also have symptoms like dizziness, brain fog, loss of memory, and weakness all over my body. I measured my Oxygen when I …

I went to the ER for right shoulder pain. They did some Xrays gave me some pain medication and sent me home. No one went over these reswith me at the hospital, I just happened to check my chart. I am very scared, how bad is this? Am I in big trouble? 35 …

I have severe COPD. When I rise from sleeping, or just a short nap, I am immediately hit with strong exacerbations. It literally seems I am drowning without the water. Does anyone have this problem and if so have you found any way to help this not to …

Hi everyone! I'm a 48 year old women who smoked for 2 years in my 20's. I'm looking for some help understanding my lung test results! I'm not sure how to read it and have to wait 3 weeks to see my doctor. I'd love someone to give me a hand!

As a single person living with COPD I am interested in hearing from those in the same situation.  How do you cope without a caregiver, are you afraid to go out alone, or just being alone during an exacerbation.  I believe there are a lot of us …