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What's On Your Holiday Wish List That Could Improve Your Life With COPD?

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Does Any One Still Get The Covid Shots. I Read They Have A New One Out Just Checking.

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Boscobel, WI
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Yes !! I'm getting fall COVID shot and flu shot. We are all immunocompromised and we need to be on alert and pro active about our health.

September 4

I Get Mixed Message On How To Read SpO2%. The Normal 90% Because Sometimes I Get 88%. What Is Safe?

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Long Beach, CA
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Mine also bounces all over the place. When I just get up to grab a drink it can go down to 88-89. But most the time during the day it is 90-92. I can try to do housework and notice it go down to 84… read more

September 3

Which COPD Symptom Surprised You The Most?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
San Francisco, CA
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Yes @A MyCOPDTeam Member, that looks very much like the pasties my uncle made for us, except he used a roast beef rather than hamburger and cut up potatoes and veggies of course, but basically the… read more

2 days ago

Exercise For The Winded

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Harleysville, PA

Hey ! I'm reading so many people here push exercises to help manage this disease.
I can't get up a flight of stairs without stopping, what do you all recommend for exercise?

A MyCOPDTeam Member

I can not do a flight of stairs either. Id recommend pulmonary rehab, pursed lipped breathing, trying to walk 15 minutes a day and slowly building up to 30-45 minutes a day. My pulmonary Dr said to… read more

September 3

What’s A Good Way To Get Rid Of The Marks On Your Face From Using Oxygen At Night?!

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Mantua, OH
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Thanks for the info !Yes always consult with your doctor !

August 21

Thanks To All For The Hugs. It's Much Appreciated.

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Chicago, IL
A MyCOPDTeam Member

You have given me a lot of them too @A MyCOPDTeam Member and I also appreciate them! Nice of you to put this post up for all to see as I'm sure a lot of people have been the recipient of YOUR hugs… read more

August 18

I Do Tend To Get Depressed At Certain Times And Besides Praying Or Keeping Busy, I'm Wondering How You Deal With It.

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Port Hueneme, CA
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I started meditation. It seems to really help

September 3

Why Do Infections In Lung Happen

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
ontario canada
A MyCOPDTeam Member

@A MyCOPDTeam Member I have both bronchiectasis and other damage to my lungs creating COPD as well.

August 22

Machine

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Pottsboro, TX

Does anyone have the “Caire” portable machine? Know anything about it.? Any info is greatly appreciated. Thank you

A MyCOPDTeam Member

@A MyCOPDTeam Member I don't know this machine but here is the link for patients: https://www.caireinc.com/product/freestyle-comf...

August 18

I Was Getting A Lot Shorter Of Breath And Very Tired In A Very Short Time. My Heart Doctor Thought It Was My Heart And Said I Needed Bypass

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Bowling Green, KY

Three months after my bypass surgery I am not any better, if anything I am worse. Has anyone else had this experience?

A MyCOPDTeam Member

Yes. They mentioned congestive heart failure and have me on 4 cups(32 oz) of liquid each day. Still no improvement. I am going to my lung doctor in about 4 weeks and hope he has an answer. I am worse… read more

September 3
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