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CommunityMember332e5f
I got 6 zephyr valves installed in my upper left lung a week ago and so far I am way worse than before the procedure. I was wondering if anyone else took a while to feel the improvements and how long it was before they did.
SamanthaSarubeCommunity Admin
Hi everyone is different when it comes to how they react to procedures and new treatments but if you'd like here are a few places where members have shared their experiences that you might find helpful: https://copd.net/living/zephyr-valves and https://copd.net/forums/zephyr-valve-treatment-discussion All the best, Sam S. (COPD team).