How bad will my diagnosis get?
I have been diagnosed with mild emphysema and asthma based on PFT. I am still very active and scared stiff. I work full time in a very physical job.
What will COPD progression look like for me?
I have read so much which contradicts what I was told. Now I have stopped smoking, I will progress no further. Reading has told me this is not true.
Have also been told my lungs will deteriorate like people my age with no lung disease. I am clinically depressed. Waiting for counselling. I see I have no future, gasping for air, disabled and a complete loss of independence being on oxygen and immobile.
Hi Veronica61 and thanks for your post. We appreciate your candor here with the community. I will echo what my colleague, Janet, has written.
It is so important to adjust to this condition as its progression can be slowed down when managed correctly. Wishing you well, Leon (site moderator)I can give you a second opinion researching your PFT results. The key numbers are FEV1 and FVC both pre and post bronchodilator and DLCO.
Hi lungguy - we appreciate you lending support here. Please keep in mind that we do not provide medical advice or diagnostics on this website. What are your intentions? Leon (site moderator)
