Sometimes I run out of breath I am at 62 percent lung function
Sorry it has taken me so long to answer your question. I slowly learning my way around the site. Great Question by the way. Did you know that the maximum amount of air your lungs can hold—your… read more
When shortness of breath occurs in evening Albuterol and Breztri barley help.
Thank you Jean
Thanks cujojo
One side affect of prednisone is shortness of breath. Has anyone ever started on prednisone while they already have SOB? Did your shortness of breath worsen.
My breathing always improves with Prednisone. Now all I take is 5mg daily. Couple years back when my late stage Emphysema, MAC Disease and fungal disease, Fusarium decided to party in my lungs I took… read more
Its best to keep moving no matter how bad your breathing is. Moving helps you breathe better.
i was taken off off combivent years ago as it interfered with my bp etc.
@Aifspit yep it just never ends such fun then mine changed frome emphysema to stage 4 lung cancer
Has anybody heard of this procedure? My doctor says I should do this as this would help my shoetness of breath. Right now I have alot of wasted air which causes the shortness of breath.
I am slated for an endobronchial valve myself. Indeed, this procedure is not available upon request, but for specific treatment of specific breathing problems.
Thanks Fern. The H2's are not designed to be used long term anyway. They can kill too many good bacteria which leads to infection issues
I am very leary of our complex COPD meds and even moreso of… read more
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