Connect with others who understand.

Sign up Log in
Resources
About MyCOPDTeam
Powered By

Questions & Answers

Get practical advice and insights from people who understand

Real members of MyCOPDTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.

Featured Q&A

What Are Your Top Tips For Dealing With COPD In The Heat?

By A MyCOPDTeam Member 110 answers

What COPD Symptoms Keep You Up At Night?

By A MyCOPDTeam Member 84 answers

Are You Frustrated With Finding Effective Treatments For COPD?

By A MyCOPDTeam Member 82 answers

What’s Your Trick For Enjoying Holiday Treats And Staying On Track? 🎃

By A MyCOPDTeam Member 25 answers
6519 questions

Can You Make Your 0wn Online APT FOR A PULMONARY REHAB WITHOUT YOUR PRIMARY DR REFERal Any Info Is Appreciated Thankyou

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Oklahoma City, AL
A MyCOPDTeam Member

My pulmo set mine up several years ago. Insurance probably won't pay w/o a doctor's referral. Maybe your GP will prescribe it for you. Won't hurt to try.

April 20

When Yall Took Your Breathing Test Do You Know Your Percentages Were?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Princeton, TX
A MyCOPDTeam Member

@A MyCOPDTeam Member, I hope you are feeling much better today.

April 21

Does Anyone Have Experience They Would Share Regarding The Zephyr Valve?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
St Paul Park, MN

To What Extent, Weather Affects The COPD Symptoms.

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Bangalore

I have been categorised as Moderate COPD. I live in India, Bangalore city. Here the weather follows a predictable pattern, Hot in summer and Chilly in weather. My breathing becomes quite normal in Summer as well in winter. Unexplained exacerbations occur with no relevance to weather. Checked for Heart. Advised Angioplasty by Docs; Underwent one procedure. I continue have same symptoms as earlier. Here, the treatments are by specialists, each throwing the ball in other’s court. I am a non smoker… read more

A MyCOPDTeam Member

Windy days are horrible,,!!!!

April 20

Hi Team And All.. Just Wondering Does Anyone Get Fevers… I’m Sitting Here Watching The Hockey Game …. Felt Hot And I Do Hv A Fever????

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Westbank bc

Feel ok just tired…:)

A MyCOPDTeam Member

Hi, Jean , Thank you for taking the time and answering my question.,, I went to the Dr and he put me on antibiotics . Hugs

April 15

Should Patients With COPD Continue To Have An Alcohol Drink?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Bahamas

I happen to have a couple cocktails every evening prior to dinner, should this interfere with my breathing?

A MyCOPDTeam Member

Never knew that, I just maybe drink couple of largers or onother night maybe couple glasses wine , never effected me .

April 14

Any Idea On How To Get Rid Of Mucas In Throat So I Can Get A Nights Sleep Without Coughing All Night Thank You All

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
A MyCOPDTeam Member

It’s not called Carbocisteine is it these capsules I take 4 a day . My specialist said there not realy that good . I actually agree

April 18

Any Idea On How To Get Rid Of Mucas In Throat So I Can Get A Nights Sleep Without Coughing All Night Thank You All

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Thank u will try

April 14

Has Anyone Been Prescribed ORALMORPH I Started This Week Not Sure About It..seems To Help Though.

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Glasgow, UK
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Yes it’s good I will ask for it on my repeat prescription.
I would not worry about addiction issues .you can always hide it.

April 17

Airochamber Sometimes Sings When Taking Medicine

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Toronto, CA

I have 3 inhalers and I use an aero chamber to take the medicine.
The breztri and ventolin are fine, but the atrovent sometimes ‘sings’ when I inhale the medication. Is there a particular reason why? Too fast, too slow?

A MyCOPDTeam Member

Thank you :)

April 14
Continue with Facebook
Continue with Google
By joining, you accept our Terms of Use, and acknowledge our collection, sharing, and use of your data in accordance with our Health Data Policy and Privacy policies.Your privacy is our priority Lock Icon
Already a Member? Log in