i am at 41 bmi so i been read the disadvanges associated with copd at this weight howevere i also read that if you loose too much weight with copd . its also not good. so what weight, bmi , is best
BMI is just a calculation from a weigh-in that can be used a marker. Your doctor should advise which is more important for YOU in managing COPD along with any other health issues. After working with… read more
All too confusing! Am currently using Tudorza and rescue inhaler. Inhaler costs on Medicare seem cost prohibitive. Any info would be appreciated!
Get Medicare parts A, B, & D. That is the best way to go. Advantage providers are being sued. Claims are not being properly paid. They are refusing emergency care in cases & kil ling people because… read more
Heat and humidity are not very good on COPD I’ve found also
God is with you and can do anything and sometimes just feel grateful and have faith as miracles do happen
Hello Lola, have a blessed sleep 😪🌻
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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I have just been released from the hospital a few days ago. Yesterday I noticed my left foot and ankle were swollen? Is this another part of having copd and emphazema?
My left ankle swells too and the pulmonoligist checked it on my first visit with her or I wouldn't have adequate the connection. Seems funny, though, that a couple of others said left ankle. ....
With the insane cost of inhalers in the US, has anybody here purchased them from another country? I have seen where the Spiriva inhaler only costs $125.00 from Canada, but almost $400 here! I need help as I currently don't have ins & the out of pocket is killing me!
I have used overseas pharmacy in the past and it is much cheaper. I would not use the generic versions. Mail times can be long because the drugs have to clear customs so if you order, make sure you… read more
Lots of COPD patients suffer back pain, muscle spasms. Our diaphragm is working so hard to get us air and causes overextended muscle, ligaments and sometimes bone pain. My doctor put me on Gabapentin… read more
Thanks for the reply.