COPD & Emphysema Support Group
COPD is a progressive disease characterized by airflow obstruction or limitation. Emphysema is characterized by loss of elasticity of the lung tissue, destruction of structures supporting the alveoli and of capillaries feeding the alveoli. Both have symptoms that include shortness of breath, among other respiratory troubles. If you are a COPD or Emphysema sufferer, join...
BJ
The Icy Hot sounds good but I heard the batteries are expensive and they don't last long. I reckon you get what you pay for.
pf is overlooked by normal pulmonary dr's---it takes one that specializes in it (1 where i live)----you might want to find a specialist in your area.
it is opposite of copd that is "obstructive"---it is 'restrictive' and causes pain due to it restricting the lungs.
my thoughts and prayers are with you & i hope you can find help in relieving your pain (((HUGS))))