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How long have you lived with COPD?
Hi there - I'm so sorry, this is my second post in 2 days. I think I mentioned in my previous post that I was FEV1 50%. I think I also mentioned [and if I didn't, it would be pretty obvious] that I suffer from severe anxiety and depression. Have managed to push a psych appointment to tomorrow - this COPD has really thrown me. I'm absolutely convinced I only have a few years left to live, no matter what I read [and I'm now staying away from google]. I realised I needed help when I wasn't believing what I'm reading, and I'm driving my family crazy. I have just one question - would people be willing to share with me how long they have had COPD for? I'm sorry for repeating myself........I'm just reaching out for as much help as I can. God Bless.
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People refer to oxygen as O2.
O2 is oxygen. I have a stationary concentrator and portable concentrators which supply it. Have had it via liquid oxygen but it’s rarely ever available in the US any more due to budget cutbacks.
I learned I had it 20 years ago. But just in the last 10 years has it been really bad. I’m on 02 24/7 . I take an inhaler that helps some but it doesn’t allow me to do much. I contemplated a lung transplant but I’m 71 and I’m not sure I have what it takes to go through all of that. I still ponder it.this COPD is depressing not being able to do what I want. I’m hoping for a miracle drug or procedure to come out soon. Best wishes
I have had COPD for 27 years, and my SP stays at around 95-96. I am not on 02, and it has definitely gotten worse, but I don't think about it killing me. I get up and do whatever I can, though much slower than I did in my 70s. I will be 87 in a few weeks. I look to live on into my 90s. It is all in the attitude, I will say I, or rather my wife will, I am getting grumpier
I have had COPD for ten years. Smoker for 35 years. Started out slow but deteriorates a little every year. Currently on 4 liters oxygen, 13 pills and very little stamina. I am 89 years old on the 28 Feb and almost had a birthday. Just able to live alone with help.