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Has Anybody Taken Fluimucil (acetylcysteine) And What Were Your Experiences With It? I Am Diagnosed With COPD Stage 2 (Bronchiectasis)

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Philippines
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I notice that pulmos in the US dont prescribe acetylcysteine, although it was developed there according to my doctor. It is mainly prescribed in India, Asia and Europe. It is an antioxident. Very mild… read more

February 21

Can You Over Medicate? I Use My Nebulizer With The Two Part Liquid Medicine First Thing In The Morning & Afternoon & Symbicort Prior To Goi

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Bahamas

To bed, my question is is it ok to use my nebulizer midday as well ?

A MyCOPDTeam Member

I'm glad you have a pulmonologist who will work with your local PCP. That always helps!

February 18

Does Anyone Have Trouble With A Hiatal Hernia That Is Making It Hard To Take A Deep Breath? Suggestions?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
White Haven, PA

I’ve switched to a hernia friendly diet (I think I was drinking too much diet soda). I also found out I have osteoporosis and osteoarthritis in my back which also inhibits my breathing
. Bad month. Still feel exhausted and barely doing anything. Help!
Thanks

A MyCOPDTeam Member

Thank you. I am under the care of a pulmonologist and bone doc. I had never heard of a hernia affecting copd & wondered how f anyone else had experienced this. I cut out “bad foods” with the sodas… read more

February 17

Does Anyone Else Use Brio Elipta If So Does It Work Better Or Not?

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Genoa, NY

I have COPD

A MyCOPDTeam Member

I used Breo for 6 or 7 years, happily!!Got a new doctor and a new inhaler..now Im on trelegy..dont know if its connected but all my years on breo were flare up free, first year on trelegy and Ive had… read more

March 12

Hi I Have Gone Down With Covid. When Should I Start Using My Rescue Pack ?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I keep the rescue pack at home. The doctors issued because they know it takes a week for a urgent appointment 🤷‍♀️😢

February 18

How Do You Cope Being On Lung Transplant List

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

It is so hard struggling everyday ,

February 20

Is Everyone With Copd Bad In Cold Weather

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Saskatoon, SK
A MyCOPDTeam Member

God is with you and can do anything and sometimes just feel grateful and have faith as miracles do happen

May 18

Do Paint Fumes Effect You If On Oxgen

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Ayrshire, IA
A MyCOPDTeam Member

If you're sensitive to scents, paint would probably affect you whether you're on 02 or not.

February 15

I'm Traveling To Flagstaff Arizona Should I Be Concern Because Of The Altitude?

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Ontario, CA

How Long Was The Wait For Anyone Applying For Disability For COPD ? I Have Been Waiting For Almost 2 Years In April Since I Left Work

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ft worth, TX

On oxygen and CPAP Last PFT numbers were bad Wondering why they are taking so long to approve disability I can't work with SOB or stamina so low They just sent mail wanting to know about my headaches Really ? Who cares if my head hurts when I can't breathe? I have worked since the age of 13 and now that I can't anymore this is how I am treated It's a real slap in the face for me

A MyCOPDTeam Member

The SSDI process is slower in some states than others. Even slower since Covid. No state is over 50% APPROVAL right off the bat! Your Lawyer's fees are capped to a certain amount so there's no rush… read more

February 17
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