How long have you lived with COPD?

Posted by puddy68 @puddy68, Sep 30, 2024

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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betty41 | @betty41 | 4 days ago

Yes, it is very concerning, and I know how you feel. I was diagnosed with COPD in 2016 and put on oxygen for use at night. My Dr said try every day to exercise to keep my oxygen level high. I am now 83 years old and never smoked. My oxygen level has not changed in 9 years. There is hope!