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End Stage C.O.P.D.

Was looking for anyone who is experienced with end stage as I would like to know how long I have to live. ...

Coping

I haven’t spoken on this site in a very long time. I am 62 and stage 4 COPD. Diagnosed 11 years ago. My lung function is 30 percent and on...

Latest CT scan.

Not looking good. Doc said "very high risk for any intervention". AS far as I can tell, it means 1 year or less to go. The only thing that bothers...

Plummeting oxygen levels

This is my first post anywhere, my mum has end stage copd she’s been on home oxygen for a year now she’s now on it 24hrs a day and goes...

End Stage Woes.

My worse part is where I die. Then I wonder if I will be here next week, or can I plan a short trip to get away. There are so...

my dad is in the hospital with COPD

My dad has been in the hospital for 2 1/2 weeks. He smoked for 40 - 50 years, maybe a pack a day at times at the most. I know...

Difference in palliative and hospice care

Hello Friends, I’m sorry I have not been on in a while, I have been in and out of hospital a few times, just now getting back to normal. But...

COPD Delirium

Hi guys. Not really having time to elaborate but. This might be approaching the end of the line for my mom. I'm not sure if I should be trying to...

Family talk coping

I know my health issues impact my family. They are aware of my Stage 4 COPD, Severe emphysema plus other medical conditions. I let them know my symptoms, things that...

lung capacity questions

Hoping someone can shed some light on a few questions I have. My father, age 81 and a former long-time smoker, is suffering from end-stage COPD, emphysema, and kidney disease...

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