Oxygen levels

OK I know I am suppose to be on oxygen 24/7. I do not have a portable oxygen unit (long story) and I am still working part time 3 days a week. When I go into a convenience store on my way to work I often feel VERY dizzy. Almost to the point of passing out. Well I did check my O2 during one of these bouts and yep it was in the 70's. When I go from my car to my desk or my car to my home (I do have maybe 10 steps to climb) I get down in the 70's also. My question is at what level does it become… read more

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A MyCOPDTeam Member said:

anything below 88 and you should be on oxygen. See a good consultant who will arrange an oxygen assessment for you,in the meantime take things very… read more

posted 2 months ago  

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Buy a consentrator

I am trying to get an oxygen concentrator, mostly for flying . But don't know if I am picking correct one? Can you look at this and give me your thoughts? Thank you so much
Sandra

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Portable-Oxygen-Concent...

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A MyCOPDTeam Member said:

I allso have inogen it os wonderful especially for daily outing and over nite trips operates on battery and by electric. is made in US

posted over 3 years ago  

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fev1

Here I go again with another question!!! The last time I had test done, fev1 was 17%. The respiratory therapist said she would have never believed it for I am still working full time job (desk job), still exercise at gym, try to eat good, but do get short of breath badly. I only use oxygen at night. Those of you that have low fev1 such as this, what does your doctor say? When I got this result, I went home and cried and cried. Any more suggestions on what to do? Can fev1 be improved in any way? Is this a… read more

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A MyCOPDTeam Member said:

@fev1 you seem to be doing great You seem to be having good life good for you

posted almost 3 years ago  

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wonder how many have a sense dog or therapy dog

Does anyone else get help from there trained dog, or thinking of getting help from one
I have one there amazing they can calm you and sense when your unwell, and just be
there for comfort, or help with every day tasks that you find harder to do.
just thought I ask you all
Breath easy all

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A MyCOPDTeam Member said:

@AnnhurstSorry I haven't had a chance T check with you,a dog can deffeniitly sence when you are upset or I'll ,they can read you very well,and they also… read more

posted over 2 years ago  

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Has a body else experience weight gain using advair disk

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A MyCOPDTeam Member said:

Get a fit bit and track your food/activity level. Really helps.

posted almost 2 years ago  

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Copd & bronchitis. I feel never really told of how condition is going , let alone told it was COPD ? FEV ?

I'm really amazed how much in the dark me and some others were left and not actually told condition is not asthma it's copd Ect and nothing explained in any depth ? I'm 57 yrs young ,! If keep telling myself this I might believe it lol . Not really informed of how good or bad condition is ? Or what to expect ? I have a GP that I call dr death he's very blunt who says you won't see xmas I'm never wron nice hey… read more

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A MyCOPDTeam Member said:

Sorry to hear that Christine. I hear that the cannabis oil works, so I’ll try that next. Never give up. In my prayers.

posted over 1 year ago  

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Essential Oil Diffuser - Wood Grain, Ultrasonic Air Purifier. Should I get

So, getting my mother to take all her inhalers is a monumental task cause she is always forgetful. Also, one of them (@advair or semicort) tend to cause infections in her... so, its hard.. so, I wanted to supplement her one inhaler (@spiriva), in addition to a lot of various vitamins etc..., with an eucalypsus oil vaporizer. I read about it, and seems to help. Is this something I should get?

https://www.amazon.com/ASAKUKI-Essential-Ultras...(… read more

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A MyCOPDTeam Member said:

does your mother have a milk allergy? Please read the paper included in the package

posted over 1 year ago  

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Does anyone have mental fatigue? Can’t concentrate and/or focus on tasks long enough to complete Not sleepy; just not functioning mentally.

Taking no medication that may cause. Pulse ox numbers good Thoughts greatly appreciated

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A MyCOPDTeam Member said:

Thank you ! @A MyCOPDTeam Member . I am praying that you and yours have a very Merry Christmas and a Blessed and Happy New Year ! Be well and breathe… read more

posted over 1 year ago  

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anyone in Syracuse NY, on Medicare advantage plan that takes Advair Disc?

I am already in the donut hole. Have you found any discounts for it.

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A MyCOPDTeam Member said:

If you contact the manufactor they will send you anapplication for free advir. If you meet the guidlines.

posted about 1 year ago  

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Does an anti-depressant help you cope with your COPD much? Which one?

I am 72 year old who's always feeling very tired physically and mentally due to COPD. Formerly simple tasks now seem like big deals practically beyond my abilities. Feeling fatigued and yucky, I nap a lot. My sister, who uses Prozac, often tells me that I should get it or another ant-depressant prescribed, but I have been resistant because I can't imagine how such pills can address the underlying issue, which is inadequate oxygenation due to… read more

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A MyCOPDTeam Member said:

@A MyCOPDTeam Member you are doing the right things; activity and sunshine are great for us, mostly activity. To answer your question @A MyCOPDTeam… read more

posted about 1 year ago  

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