Yep I was on it for about 4 years then I came off the oxygen in 2018 I’m now back on the oxygen since March 2023
Is there anyone here that still smokes after being diagnosed. I am looking for some support to quit. I have attempted it several times since my diagnoses and have failed terribly. The patches, gum, vape pens and even cold turkey (which I wouldn't recommend)! The Doctor won't put me on Chantix because I suffer from Severe Major Depression and the side effects wouldn't be good for me!!! Two weeks ago I had an exacerbation and the E.R doctor ordered chest x-ray.s He came back after reading them… read more
@A MyCOPDTeam Member I wouldn't wait till January 1st I would quit now. All of us on here that smoked know how hard it was and actually how much better we felt in a few weeks. The sooner the… read more
@A MyCOPDTeam Member, just saw this post, thank you so much for prayers for my great-granddaughter. So appreciated.❤️
I purse my lip breathi slow in my nose out my lips purse. Like blow out a straw. Or use my pro air inhaler. Or if I’m home use my oxgen and take a short nap.,I tire out lot. Have to sit down, I… read more
I have been on oxygen for several years now. At nights I have to use oxygen and my Bi-pap. I have a mask that fits on my head I wear with it. I was told it is much better to sleep on your side with… read more
That's true it does go into the lungs. I used it for awhile and it helped me but I tried to drink lots of water to flush it out
Sounds like you guys have it down pat. Hope everyone is doing well
Stress and anxiety only make the situation much worse, if you are a smoker, STOP NOW! Good luck
Happy breathing, God bless, Sandy
Saturday 16th March 2019
16.52pm uk 🇬🇧 time
Hi Narrowdog. Sounds like you’ve had quite a struggle lately. I hope your feeling better soon. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
sooy can't comment as I'm not on o2