... 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." ...
... What has been helpful for you? Comment below or post on your Activities page. ...
... Preclinical studies on therapies using mesenchymal stem cells (MSC) have shown promise in treating or preventing COPD and emphysema, but clinical studies haven’t been successful in replicating the results. ...
Stem Cell Therapy for COPD: What To Know
... Preclinical studies on therapies using mesenchymal stem cells (MSC) have shown promise in treating or preventing COPD and emphysema, but clinical studies haven’t been successful in replicating the results. ...
... If you’ve been prescribed short acting anti-anxiety medication, then by all means take it. If you’ve tried everything, but the work of breathing becomes overwhelming, call your doc or better yet, go straight to the ER. Better safe than sorry. ...
... Have been doing the pulmonary rehab and on my days off trying to get on the treadmill here at home." Have you tried a pulmonary rehabilitation program?Share in the comments below or directly on MyCOPDTeam. ...
... The table below shows the four stages and the FEV (forced expiratory volume) percentage of each stage.I am at stage IV and have been lucky enough to be able to continue to train and participate in triathlons and cycling events. ...
Story of HOPE: Asthma, COPD and Me
... The table below shows the four stages and the FEV (forced expiratory volume) percentage of each stage.I am at stage IV and have been lucky enough to be able to continue to train and participate in triathlons and cycling events. ...
... My breathing hasn't been very good I had to use my emergency inhaler several times and I am on oxygen 24/7. I am a little nervous because my doctor wants to put me on portable oxygen. Have another topic you'd like to discuss or explore? Go to MyCOPDTeam today and start the conversation. ...
Oxygen Therapy and COPD
... My breathing hasn't been very good I had to use my emergency inhaler several times and I am on oxygen 24/7. I am a little nervous because my doctor wants to put me on portable oxygen. Have another topic you'd like to discuss or explore? Go to MyCOPDTeam today and start the conversation. ...
... What has been your everyday experience with COPD? ...
... " • "There have been evidence based. studies contacted at John Hopkins Hospital that say that those who take low dose aspirin can reduce COPD flare ups by 18%. " • "I'm feeling well physically and have decided to start my day adding 2 pills to take along with my baby aspirin instead of waiting till I'm in a panic."Do you take aspirin regularly? ...
Daily Aspirin Might Ease COPD Flare-Ups
... " • "There have been evidence based. studies contacted at John Hopkins Hospital that say that those who take low dose aspirin can reduce COPD flare ups by 18%. " • "I'm feeling well physically and have decided to start my day adding 2 pills to take along with my baby aspirin instead of waiting till I'm in a panic."Do you take aspirin regularly? ...
... 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. ...
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