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- COPD and the Coronavirus - recommendations, concerns, advice
Hello everyone, Patients with chronic respiratory diseases such as COPD are part of the population at risk of complications from Coronavirus infection. It's really important to follow recommendations
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- How long have you been diagnosed with COPD? What have you done?
Hi guys and gals... looking to create a discussion with some of you to better understand us and our conditions. When were you diagnosed with COPD and how long have you had it for? What types of tre
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- Diet to help COPD? Anti-inflammatory foods and herbs/spices
I have began to try and help my COPD with my diet. I am incorporating anti-inflammatory foods, inulin, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil, as well as anti-inflammatory herbs and spices. Has anyone tried this
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- Cannabis Doesn’t Help Exercising COPD Patients
At first blush, it would seem almost obvious that individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) did not show improvement after inhaling vaporized cannabis. However, with real clinical
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- Do you have experience with Halo / Salt Therapy?
Hello, Has anyone tried, or know of anyone who has tried, halo therapy (also known as salt therapy) for COPD? If so, any beneficial results? Thank you.
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- COPD and coil surgery? lung volume reduction surgery?
Hello everyone, I recently finally was diagnosed with emphysema. My doctor discussed with me about an operation that invovles putting small coils in the lung to help the lungs expand and help me bre
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- Do you have trouble sleeping due to COPD?
Hello, Does anyone else have difficulty sleeping due to COPD? I have great difficulty and sometimes, even if I get 6 - 8 hours of sleep (which is rare), I feel like I am not rested - I wake up severa
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- Foods That Can Irritate COPD
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is an umbrella term used to refer to any illness that affects the ability of the lungs to function normally. This article will discuss foods that can irrit
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- How do you manage COPD during the summer to avoid complications and an exacerbation in symptoms
The heat and humidity present in summer days tends to cause an exacerbation of COPD symptoms and COPD complications. Share how you manage your COPD during the summer to avoid COPD complications and a
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