... “It has been 31 years since I gave up smoking,” said one 84-year-old member. “I still have COPD, but it’s under control. I wouldn’t be here now if I’d still been smoking.” ...
COPD and Quitting Smoking
... “It has been 31 years since I gave up smoking,” said one 84-year-old member. “I still have COPD, but it’s under control. I wouldn’t be here now if I’d still been smoking.” ...
... COPD can’t be cured, but early diagnosis, quitting smoking, and following a treatment plan can help slow disease progression and improve your quality of life. Talk to a pulmonologist about the treatments they recommend so you can manage COPD effectively and protect your lungs from further damage. ...
What Is COPD? An Overview
... COPD can’t be cured, but early diagnosis, quitting smoking, and following a treatment plan can help slow disease progression and improve your quality of life. Talk to a pulmonologist about the treatments they recommend so you can manage COPD effectively and protect your lungs from further damage. ...
... ." • "Seems the longer I go without smoking the better my breathing is getting. Had to join a quit group online but I didn't give in. (I had a couple pretty tough days.)" Did you OR are you still trying to quit smoking? Have you identified your triggers? Share in the comments below or directly on MyCOPDTeam. ...
How to Beat Triggers That Make You Crave a Cigarette
... ." • "Seems the longer I go without smoking the better my breathing is getting. Had to join a quit group online but I didn't give in. (I had a couple pretty tough days.)" Did you OR are you still trying to quit smoking? Have you identified your triggers? Share in the comments below or directly on MyCOPDTeam. ...
Shortness of breath causes discomfort and anxiety. Inhalers are an important part of COPD manage...
Inhalers and COPD
Shortness of breath causes discomfort and anxiety. Inhalers are an important part of COPD manage...
... Treatment of sleep apnea often starts with lifestyle changes, such as avoiding alcohol, quitting smoking, and altering your sleep position.If these changes aren’t enough, a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine may be recommended. ...
Can COPD Cause Fatigue? Its Impact On Daily Life
... Treatment of sleep apnea often starts with lifestyle changes, such as avoiding alcohol, quitting smoking, and altering your sleep position.If these changes aren’t enough, a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine may be recommended. ...
If you have a lung condition like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma and are ...
Maintaining a healthy diet and weight can be challenging with COPD. Loss of appetite and taste i...
Diet and COPD
Maintaining a healthy diet and weight can be challenging with COPD. Loss of appetite and taste i...
... To be considered, you must: Be at high risk of dying from COPD or its complications within a few years Have stopped smoking for a long time Have no other serious medical conditions Be physically and emotionally ready for significant rehabilitation A transplant is always high risk because your body could reject the new organ. ...
COPD and Surgery: Safety, Reducing Costs, and More
... To be considered, you must: Be at high risk of dying from COPD or its complications within a few years Have stopped smoking for a long time Have no other serious medical conditions Be physically and emotionally ready for significant rehabilitation A transplant is always high risk because your body could reject the new organ. ...
If you've ever felt depression related to COPD, you're not alone. Many members of MyCOPDTeam expe...
Depression and COPD
If you've ever felt depression related to COPD, you're not alone. Many members of MyCOPDTeam expe...
If you have COPD, you may be at greater risk for pneumonia. Many members of MyCOPDTeam have bouts...
Pneumonia and COPD
If you have COPD, you may be at greater risk for pneumonia. Many members of MyCOPDTeam have bouts...
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