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Is Everyone With Copd Bad In Cold Weather
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I am also bettering cold than in hot. I remember a couple summers ago it was 96 with 96% humidity. I couldn’t go out in it at all. I was reading the optimum for us 70° and 40% humidity.

RSV Vaccine And Copd
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Has anyone who has taken the RSV vaccine noticed an improvement in their Copd symptoms?

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Haven't got the RSV vaccine. My friend's pulminologist told her "don't bother". For me, I don't qualify for any health care in the US unless I pay a 10k deductible first so I'm leaving the country.

Has Anyone Found A Good Way To Cope With Bendopnoea (trouble Breathing While Bending Forward With Copd)
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When I have to bend for more than a few minutes... for example loading my front loader washing machine or cleaning the lower half of my fridge I sit on a folding camping chair. Any low stool would do… read more

Is There Any Way I Could Print A Copy Of This Article About COPD And Itchy Skin?
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I would like to have a copy of this article that I can pick up and read and share with others I know that have COPD. Is there a possibility I could get a copy from somewhere?

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COPD With Itchy Skin and Rash: 6 Potential Causes Read Article...
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Thanks for the hug.

Is Feeling So Ill Every Time I Have A Cold And Weeks Of Shortness Of Breath After Caused By My COPD?
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Sorry it has taken me this long to respond back to you. I am learning the site slowly but surely. Frequent coughing or wheezing, excess mucus and shortness of breath are hallmark symptoms of chronic… read more

I Have Mild COPD, Should I Have An Inhaler
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COPD & Shortness of Breath: Learn the triggers Read Article...
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I'd say yes. Even if you don't feel the need for one, it is nice to have one in case you find yourself needing some help. If/when you find yourself in a situation where breathing becomes difficult… read more

Has Anyone Used Cpd Oil To Help With Copd
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Yes, I do. Have used for a couple of years when my doctor suggested trying for the pain in my foot/ankle from injuries/arthritis. Buy it from a local seller. Grows his ingredients at a local farm… read more

Why Am I Always Cold?
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I am in severe stage copd. I have always been warm blooded but My hands and feet seem to be cold quit often. At times I just can't get warm. Anyone else experience this problem? What causes this?

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Invest in Bambillo bedding. Bamboo cotton sheets, pillowcases, and a Bambillo undersheet topper, or a merino wool undersheet topper with electric blanket. They're very good investments!

Dose Anyone With Copd And Oxygen,live In An Assisted Living Retirement Place?
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I live in a continuous care retirement community. I live in independent living, but there's assisted living, long term care and skilled care available, as well as memory care. I use 02, and have for… read more

I Have Stage 1 COPD And Asthma. Does Anyone Recommend What I Can Take For A Bad Head Cold? I Am Getting A Lot Of Drainage Causing Coughing
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COPD vs. Asthma: What’s the Difference? Read Article...
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Check with your pulmonologist, then do what's recommended.