COPD

[notmycircus]

I was diagnosed with COPD a few years ago and wonder if anyone can relate.  I quit smoking at the same time, and exercise daily following a 12 week pulmonary rehab program.  While the disease has limited some things in my daily life, it's also added an extra layer of gratitude and empathy that didn't exist before.

[mahagonny]

Yes I have it, in my case brought on by years of asthma. We did our best to control the asthma with medicine and exercise, but it's been problematic, as there are a lot of side effects and drug interactions. I am now on the strong version of wixela (fluticasone propionate and salmeterol inhalation powder, 500/50). It works quite well.

[notmycircus]

Thanks for sharing.  I'm sorry that asthma has caused your issues.  I'm on Trelegy Ellipta, a triple whammy...fluticasone furoate, umeclidinium, and vilanterol inhalation powder.  Opens airways, reduces inflammation and not for asthma, according to the peppy ad that's on tv now.  It's working well for me.  Feel well.