... O2 24/7 and have been for a few years. However, just diagnosed in September." "I got diagnosed by a consultant from a private health consultancy, so he just diagnosed, then signed me off, and I was pretty much left with no aftercare." "Just diagnosed, but knew it was just a matter of time. 50-year smoker, RN, so I knew I could not escape." ...
You’ve Just Been Diagnosed With COPD. Now What?
... O2 24/7 and have been for a few years. However, just diagnosed in September." "I got diagnosed by a consultant from a private health consultancy, so he just diagnosed, then signed me off, and I was pretty much left with no aftercare." "Just diagnosed, but knew it was just a matter of time. 50-year smoker, RN, so I knew I could not escape." ...
... I currently just use Spiriva Respimat (two puffs) every morning. That is all I use. I am not, as yet, on any other medication for COPD.I do wish my family and friends would talk more about my COPD, but they know I got it because I was one of THOSE people who smoked—that dirty habit. ...
Member Spotlight: Community Support
... I currently just use Spiriva Respimat (two puffs) every morning. That is all I use. I am not, as yet, on any other medication for COPD.I do wish my family and friends would talk more about my COPD, but they know I got it because I was one of THOSE people who smoked—that dirty habit. ...
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... Seeking social support through your local community or online can help you find the motivation to keep trying.Talk With Others Who UnderstandOn MyCOPDTeam, the social network for people with COPD and their loved ones, more than 119,000 members come together to ask questions, give advice, and share their stories with others who understand life with COPD.Did ...
Heart Failure and COPD: What’s the Connection?
... Seeking social support through your local community or online can help you find the motivation to keep trying.Talk With Others Who UnderstandOn MyCOPDTeam, the social network for people with COPD and their loved ones, more than 119,000 members come together to ask questions, give advice, and share their stories with others who understand life with COPD.Did ...
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... When To Get Tested for COPD Your doctor may recommend diagnostic testing for COPD if you have common COPD symptoms or if you’ve been exposed to smoke or other fumes that put you at a high risk. Long-Term Exposures Let your doctor know if you’ve been exposed to pollution, dust, chemical fumes, or smoke for long periods of time. ...
How Is COPD Diagnosed? Diagnostic Tests and More
... When To Get Tested for COPD Your doctor may recommend diagnostic testing for COPD if you have common COPD symptoms or if you’ve been exposed to smoke or other fumes that put you at a high risk. Long-Term Exposures Let your doctor know if you’ve been exposed to pollution, dust, chemical fumes, or smoke for long periods of time. ...
Studies have shown that the more we take ownership of our condition, the more engaged we are in m...
... If you’re worried about having asthma and COPD, don’t hesitate to consult your doctor for advice and support.Find Your TeamOn MyCOPDTeam, the social network for people with COPD and their loved ones, more than 119,000 members come together to ask questions, give advice, and share their stories with others who understand life with COPD.Are you living ...
COPD vs. Asthma: What’s the Difference?
... If you’re worried about having asthma and COPD, don’t hesitate to consult your doctor for advice and support.Find Your TeamOn MyCOPDTeam, the social network for people with COPD and their loved ones, more than 119,000 members come together to ask questions, give advice, and share their stories with others who understand life with COPD.Are you living ...
... On MyCOPDTeam, members come together to ask questions, give advice, and share their stories with others who understand life with COPD.Do you experience shortness of breath with COPD? What steps have you taken to get it under control? Share your experience in the comments below, or start a conversation by posting on your Activities page. ...
COPD Shortness of Breath and 5 Steps To Take If You Can’t Breathe
... On MyCOPDTeam, members come together to ask questions, give advice, and share their stories with others who understand life with COPD.Do you experience shortness of breath with COPD? What steps have you taken to get it under control? Share your experience in the comments below, or start a conversation by posting on your Activities page. ...
... Although chronic bronchitis and emphysema usually occur together and may cause similar symptoms, they are two distinct diseases. “There is a fine line between emphysema and bronchitis,” wrote one MyCOPDTeam member. “I just had X-rays done to see which one I do have.” ...
Chronic Bronchitis vs. Emphysema: What's the Difference?
... Although chronic bronchitis and emphysema usually occur together and may cause similar symptoms, they are two distinct diseases. “There is a fine line between emphysema and bronchitis,” wrote one MyCOPDTeam member. “I just had X-rays done to see which one I do have.” ...
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