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

By A MyCOPDTeam Member β€’ 25 answers

Do You Follow A Specific Diet To Help With COPD?

By A MyCOPDTeam Member β€’ 69 answers

Why Did The Type On This Site Get So Much Smaller? Is It Just My Computer Or Did Everyone Get Shrunk Down?

By A MyCOPDTeam Member β€’ 96 answers

Measuring Steps

By A MyCOPDTeam Member β€’ 54 answers
6525 questions

Too Much Mucus. Tried Mucinex No Effect. Drink 60 Oz Water Daily

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Colorado Springs, CO

What about a turkey baster. lol.

A MyCOPDTeam Member

I fine that if you drink something hot it helps get rid of the mucus. Also if you gargle warm salt water. The Nebulizer helps loosen the mucus

November 25, 2023

Using Nose Or Mouth Breathing When Walking?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
San Jose, CA

Would you please tell me the difference between inhaling with nose vs mouth? Also when using the pursed method, do I force exhilaration fast or just natural? Again, thank you oh and I enjoyed your video. Renee

A MyCOPDTeam Member

Thanks too all for sharing. I soaked it all up and have been using suggestions. Thank you again 🌸🌴🌺

November 30, 2023

What Do You Recommend To Reduce Mucuse?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Wakefield, KS
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I fine if I drink something hot like coffee if gets rid of the mucus also gargle with warm salt water. The nebulizer help to loosen the mucus also

November 25, 2023

Are You Using Spacers With Your Inhalers ? What Do You Think Of Them?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Coquille, OR
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Spacers are supposed to greatly improve the effectiveness of inhalers. I take salbutamol when having laboured breathing during exercise. I find carrying the inhaler a nuisance but it still works well… read more

November 19, 2023

Is It Trilogy Or Trelegy A Machine Or An Inhaler Are There 2 Products With Similar Names? We Need The Mythbusters To Set Us Straight!

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Manteca, CA
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Hi Alice
In the UK Trilogy is an inhaler,
I hope this is helpfull
Take care
Eric x

November 19, 2023

Does Deep Breathing Exercise Help Copd? I've Asked This Several And Never Got A Answer!!πŸ€”

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
BC Canada
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Its best to keep moving no matter how bad your breathing is. Moving helps you breathe better.

November 25, 2023

Are Plug In Air Freshener Bad For People With COPD.

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Chicago, IL

Do they affect your breathing?

A MyCOPDTeam Member

Any strong odor should be avoided as much as possible because its could trigger a response.

December 5, 2023

Has Anyone Taken Trelegy 200? How Did It Work Out?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Chicago, IL
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Trelegy didn't work for me at all.

November 29, 2023

Why Are My Steroids Not Helping?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Saint Petersburg, FL
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I'm not sure whish steroids you're asking about. If you're asking about oral steroids that's one thing, if you're asking about inhaled steroids that's another. It may be that you don't respond to… read more

November 18, 2023

For Bloating After Anything Goes Down My Throat,is Making The Breathing Harder, Does Anybody Have Any Dietary Tips That Are Not Draconian ??

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Northampton, UK
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I gain weigh with steriods.

November 29, 2023
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