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Just Wondering If Anyone Gets A Hot Back? I’m Sitting Watching Tv And Can Feel The Heat.

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Westbank bc
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Hi, I don’t get it all the time either.. I read something , and it says to do with nerves in the back???Next time I go to my family Dr will ask.

January 11

Does Anyone Else Have Adverse Side Effects From Using Albuterol Nebulizer, If So What Are They?

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Lawrenceville, GA
A MyCOPDTeam Member

The only one i can take is the levalbuterol thru a nebulizer. I have to limit my intake to 10 puffs to avoid rapid heartbeat, palpations and feeling shaky. I can"t take any of the rescue inhalers… read more

January 17

Are Mornings Or Waking Up From A Nap Difficult For Oxygen Levels? They Are For Me

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South Bend, IN
A MyCOPDTeam Member

If you don't use 02 at night, talk with your pulmonologist about using it for sleep. If you do use it, talk with your doc about the setting you use. Often you need more 02 at night because everyone… read more

January 10

How Can We Help Phil Hansbro At Centenary In Australia He Is Trying To Stop The Progression Of Emphysema Please Less Help Him.

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Florida City, FL
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Phil need funds, help us find funds we need sponsors so we can stop Emphysema

January 11

Has Anyone Else Developed Osteonecrosis From Having To Take Steroids? I Now Have It In My Left Ankle And Tibia.

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Bradenton, FL
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Had to look it up! I have osteoporosis yours sounds worse! Hope you have a good doctor

January 9

Hi, Do We Have Any Members Who Get There Supply Form Lincare Especially People From Sierra Vista AZ ?? What Are Your Experience With Them!

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Sierra Vista, AZ
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Right now I am trying to get that portable oxygen thing and some extra tubing! Having problems communicating with them

January 9

Is It Safe To Take Albuterol And Lisinopril And Omezaprole And Doxycilne All Together Dr Acts Like She Don't Care To Talk To Me Thanks

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Oklahoma City, AL

Copd emphysema and high blood pressure and acid reflux

A MyCOPDTeam Member

Thank you everyone🤗

January 13

Does Anyone Use Trelegy? The Doctor In The Hospital Has Prescribed It. I've Been On Advair/Spiriva But It Hasn't Worked Very Well Lately.

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Chicago, IL
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I've been using trelegy for 4 years now It works for me

January 12

I Find Myself Getting More Short Of Breath Even While Doing The Shortest Of Task Like Tying My Shoes. Its Such A Horrible FeelingI Have COPD

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Cornwall, NY
A MyCOPDTeam Member

If you bend over to tie your shoes, you will become short of breath. Try putting your leg on the bed to one side and with your knee bent, tie your shoes. You do have to change the way you sit on the… read more

January 8

Does Anyone Use A Heating Pad When On Oxygen?

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Mantua, OH
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Thanks Jean. My arthritis is killing me!! Either way I’m dead!!

January 8
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