HELLO EVERYONE

[energy1]

August last year started to catch Viruses caused horrible chest infects 3 in total ! In November had spirometer test and said have COPD! I have had asthma for years was told at beginning was exacerbated asthma caused by infections which had taken long time to heal ! I have no coughing just very small amount of secretion even nothing at times ! No wheezing at all ! I have been told it’s COPD !

I have started to taken vitamins and take turmeric and ginger with coconut milk for inflammation my mindfulness reduces at times so scared sometimes ! I want to just start to live my life again but this has put me back ! Xx

[mikelocke]

I have mild asthma and diagnosed with moderate Copd a number of years ago. I use a Spiriva respimat inhaler each morning to control phlegm which works pretty well. I walk the dog regularly to keep reasonably fit but I have to take it slowly up hills these days as I will run out of breath.

If you do things in moderation up to comfortable limits life’s a breeze. Certainly nothing to get uptight about as the progression of the disease is thankfully slow.

[Feelingblessed2013]

You can still live your life, you may just have to slow down the pace a bit at times.

I use my maintenance inhaler every day, and I carry a rescue inhaler just in case.

I take gingko biloba every day to help with memory.

[Hidden in reply to Feelingblessed2013]

What is gingko biloba

[Feelingblessed2013 in reply to Hidden]

It's an herbal supplement. It is supposed to help support healthy circulation, memory, and mental focus.

My memory still sucks, but it doesn't seem to suck as bad as it used to.

[Hidden in reply to Feelingblessed2013]

Thank you where can you get it

[Feelingblessed2013 in reply to Hidden]

Pretty much anywhere vitamins are sold. I buy mine at Wal-Mart, but you should probably check with your doctor before taking these (or any supplements).

[Hidden in reply to Feelingblessed2013]

I tell dr when I take supplements seems totally disinterested

[Kristicats in reply to Hidden]

You could look up drug interactions on the internet . Some ( quite a few) supplements interact with prescribed medications .

[Durcot]

Hello

I have sever COPD and sever ASTHMA but using Spiriva and Symbicort I've kept my illness at bay. Sure life is at a slower pace but I dont worry as much as I did as I believe God has a plan for me.

I've never had any infection so I'm not sure how I would handle it. I have a great VA doctor here in the states. I also go to a pulmonary rehab class you should consider joining.

I'm over weight and am exercising for life. Though we will not lose our illness we can make it so we can continue in a restful way.

Gods Blessings

[energy1 in reply to Durcot]

Hi thank you could say what vA is ? When do you go to pulmonary rehab ? X

[Durcot in reply to energy1]

VA military veteran doctor.

[Durcot in reply to energy1]

Yes I go to pulminary rehab

[grannyk3]

Hello to you! It sounds as though 2019 was a rough year for you 🙁let's hope you are able to make 2020 better- every day brings a new opportunity 😍we are here for you, if need be. There are many rabbits in your hat to help you fight for your health: Exercise, good nutrition, the right medications and health care. Even in the midst of difficult times something good happens. After I was diagnosed many good things came my way. One of my favorites was my brother and I getting along again after being estranged for many years. So grab those brass rings energy1!

grannyk 🌺🐝

[energy1 in reply to grannyk3]

Thank you ! 2019 was horrible year ! So much happened just didn’t know how to handle it all caused a lot of negativity! Since being diagnosed made me realise how much life is precious! So much positivity has started to arise in my life but at times I reflect makes me feel sad ! Thank you for your postive message brought smile to my face ! So pleased you have reunited with your brother xx I too have distance relationship with my brothers too perhaps this is what I need to look into x

[grannyk3]

You're welcome, energy1! While my brother and I were able to get along he also was diagnosed with emphysema and passed away 3 years ago in October. I prefer to think of him as he was alive- that's how I want people to think of me when I am gone.

Now that you have the diagnosis you know what to battle. I had a terrible 2019 too and I am determined to make this year a better one.

Here's to us!🥂

[Charliebear44]

Hi I too have asthma and diagnosed with emphysema last week . I’ve had shortness of breath for 2 years which was different to my usual asthma and my gp thought it was my asthma . I had to push to be referred to respiratory. I suspected I had copd but was shocked as I’m only 43 .

My breathing is now better after being put on pulmicort and increased symbicort .

Last week I felt so depressed but this week I am feeling better I think it takes time for diagnosis to sink in . Everyone here has really brought me comfort and hope that I can live a normal life x