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What Happens With Prednisone And Long Term Use For COPD After Age 75?
Nothing that hasn't already happened and will continue to happen. Prednisone doesn't work any differently after 75 than before 75. The only difference is that perhaps the side effects aren't as… read more
Esophageal Hernia
I've been seeing the same pulmonary nurse practitioner since diagnosis in 2019. Recently my GI doctor found a hernia in my esophagus. A CT scan found a swollen lymphnode in my chest. Before that my flairups had been more frequent. My PCP tells me that the hernia should be looked as as a priority to avoid choking. I am a bit concerned. I never heard of a hernia in the esophagus. Has anyone ever experienced these issues?
I also have a hiatal hernia it comes from coughing a lot. I just lost a close friend because of not taking care of hers surgeon would not operate and they could not get her well on nutrients.
Do People Use MUSINEX FOR PHLEM
Yes; some people believe it's the best thing since sliced bread: others not so much. Depends on how it works for you.
How Does The Disease Progress?
I was diagnosed in 2019. How many people think that their COPD has gotten worse since diagnosis? If so, what differences have you noticed?
True, but pulmos drop the occasional loop too. It was in a pulmo's office that I was given poor advice on how to use an inhaler. Nobody's perfect. Make use of all your health care team, along with… read more
I Rarely Use A Rescue Inhaler. Lately I Have Noticed Congestion. Do I Use The Inhaler And For How Long Before Going To Antibiotics ?😀
When I'm having a flairup and it last for more than 19 days, I contact my pulmonary doctor for steroid prescription. That usually takes care of it after about 5 days.
Has Anyone Tried Hypnosis Or Even Acupuncture To Ease The Symptoms Of Copd And Emphazima?
I went to a presentation by a hypnotherapist and it was pretty amazing and totally legit. She has found really good success in helping people stop smoking in particular. I wish I had gone to her to… read more
Great, But I Lie A Lot
Is COPD Cureable
No, but it can be managed and controlled.
Was Admitted To Hospital Last Week As Seems I Had Pneumonia And Could Hardly Breathe. How Can I Have High Oxy Levels?
Still in hospital but thankfully the steroids and antibiotics have worked and I should get out soon.
I pray you find a good one, it is so important. Prayer and hugs
Does Anyone Know About Hyperinflation And Atelectasis Lingula
Went into the hospital to make sure it wasn't a heart attack i was having and I guess they said it wass Gerd but they took an xray of lungs. Of course I wasnt in there over my COPD and I seem to be breathing ok except when I moved around, I noticed I was more out of breath. I checked my results for my lungs and this was on there. Im having a lot of issues with breath and my heart rate has climbed. Not sure if it will clear up on its own or what. My lung Dr is out of Nashville and not around my… read more
I never get to see my lung Dr just his nurse practitioner and she did a video visit with me to put me on 40 mg of predisone for 5 days then I knock it down to 20 for another 5. Told me it's expected… read more
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