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Does Anyone Get Really Short Of Breath Just Bending Forwards And Tying Up Shoe Laces Or Cutting Toenails?

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Tasmania
October 20, 2018
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A MyCOPDTeam Member

Absolutly, sometimes I have to sit down and breath after I bend over so I don't fall over, lol.

October 30, 2018
A MyCOPDTeam Member

yes. seems like small tasks like putting on my jeans, or socks and even taking a shower washing my hair. frustrates me greatly.

October 26, 2018
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I find that holding my breath when I bend over and sitting on my bed which is lower than my chair makes a big difference. Take a deep breath and hold.

October 25, 2018
A MyCOPDTeam Member

These posts are very helpful and informative everyone. Keep on posting! Thanks for sharing JillAdame.

December 16, 2020
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I do...just bending over taking items out of lower kitchen cabinets...and getting dressed in the mornings...usually just have to opt for a dress or nightgown...It's so embarrassing to me...I too thought I was the only one...Cutting toe nails...oh my Gosh...

December 15, 2020

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