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What Complications Are Created (caused/side Effects) By Having COPD?
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No…you are right….COpD includes emphysema..as well as a few more Lung ailments….

Does IncreasedheRt Rate Damage My Heart?
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When I am active my heart rate goes up 134 I have Emphysema.

Emphysema Symptoms To Watch For: Could You Have Alpha-1? Read Article...
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Figure out your base rate for various times of the day and various activities. When you first wake up before getting out of bed. After dressing. Standing for a while doing non stressful, easy… read more

Does IncreasedheRt Rate Damage My Heart?
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When I am active my heart rate goes up 134 I have Emphysema.

Emphysema Symptoms To Watch For: Could You Have Alpha-1? Read Article...
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Thanks Jean.

If You Have Mild Emphysematous Changes In A Ct Scan, Would That Be Diagnosed As COPD Or Emphysema?
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I was told a couple days ago that I have emphysematous changes in the apex of both lungs.. they noted that they are mild. On my pulmonary function test (before I knew the results of the ct scan) it showed moderate obstruction and decreased diffusion capacity.. I have not seen a pulmonologist yet. I am very scared. . I am only 31 years old.. I am curious if this means that I DEFINITELY have mild emphysema ? And when someone has mild emphysema are they diagnosed as mild COPD or moderate COPD or… read more

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Here is what an actual Medical Professional answered this inquiry
Emphysematous changes or Emphysema

MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL

National JewishBlank Oct 26, 2006

There is no medical difference between… read more

How Can A Person Know If They Have Alpha 1 Or Whatever. All I Know I Have Is Copd, Emphysema.
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Emphysema Symptoms To Watch For: Could You Have Alpha-1? Read Article...
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Actually, any doc can give the test; it's a simple blood stick. You can get a do-it-at-home kits from the Alpha-1 Foundation.

Who Uses Prednisone Constantly
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I have emphysema

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I only use it when I have infections and flare ups, which seems to be a lot lately.

How Do You Deal With Shortwindedness
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Any type of physical activity and I’m just sucking wind. I have just recently been diagnosed with emphysema and am wanting to know how to live with it.
Looking for the best pulmonologist in the Baton Rouge area.

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what about a rescue inhaler? I use mine when I walk or just get winded, works pretty well for me, my brand is a "pro air" and is just albuterol.

Loss Of Bladder Control When Low In Oxygen??
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Severe emphysema

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Good to know, thank you

I Experience Anxiety,depression Apathy Etc. Are These Common With Emphysema?
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Im usually able to keep up my spirits, but im still working ,(on zoom at home) but i had a panic attack flying tO nyc from la that was ao severe i was sure i was going to die. Im never flying alone… read more

Does Anyone Have Copd Emphysema High Blood Pressure Like Me
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Hi Danna
Thank you for your Hug , I hope your keeping well and safe
Enjoy your day
Take care
Eric xx