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How do I know when time is running out

My husband has stage 3/4 COPD and CHF . I don’t know because he refuses to let me go to the dr with him and after every appointment he says dr said everything was fine, or lungs sounded good. I know that is not true. He can not do anything ( walk to car), shower etc without gasping for breath . Pulse ox stays around 92 if resting but 88 with any motion. I’m scared everyday ! Ive explained to him my worry and he responds I’m fine honey and you’ll be better off anyway. Smiles, kisses me and says stop worrying . I fear I’ll come home from work and find him dead . Can anybody tell me what to expect . Does this phase / stage go on for years ?

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