I have copd
I found out I had copd in 2013. But I was smoking and it got worse. Next I knew I was on oxygen and I was going down from there. Now I am at stage 4 copd and I have a time with everything I do everyday.
Welcome to the community,
! I'm glad you found us. Please know you are not alone. Many people continue smoking after they are diagnosed. Smoking is a powerful addiction. Quitting can feel impossible. Are you no longer smoking now? Do you have a good doctor and support at home? Please know we are here for you whenever you need us. Gentle hugs. - Lori (Team Member) Im new to the group and know how u feel. Im 63 and have always been energetic and independent' Im in the last stages and by myself. I know the day that somone will have to help me is in the near future. I hope they come with somthing by then.
hello and welcome. I hope they come up with something by then too. If you need help, do ask. Pace yourself, a person can get more done, just at a slower pace.
Do you exercise? Have you ever had pulmonary rehab? That can be so important to to overall health, even in Stage 4. You could ask your doctor if it’s available where you live.
A here is a link that you might feel helpful…
https://copd.net/living/understanding-end-stage
Know that we are here for you.
Janet (Team Member)
Part of what makes COPD a downer is that we are always comparing our current situation with the last. We see a decline, adjust as best we can, and keep moving. It is in our nature to push back at those things that get in our way. Unfortunately, it doesn't work well with this. But we still need to push back.
