Oxygen. UGH

By DianeL

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My dad died having experimental surgery for COPD. I still smoked, got put on oxygen, still smoked for for 5 more years. I finally quit smoking in 2004. Been using oxygen most of the time with any activity. I go to church, paint, and go to group therapy. I'm also bipolar. I do the best I can. I got cancer in 2019, but I'm doing pretty good now.. glad to be in this support group for COPD.

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Leon Lebowitz, RRT Member
Hi again, <inline-mention username="DianeL" user-id="4173407"/>, and thanks for your post (above). We appreciate you sharing your current medical circumstances with the community. I see congratulations are in order! Having been smoke free, since 2004, is a genuine accomplishment - one you can truly be proud of! It sounds like (please let me know if this is correct), that you are now past the cancer diagnosis. Are you considered to be cancer free? We are so glad to have you as an active member of our online community. I know I have seen some of your previous posts and we have had conversations here as well. Please feel free to access our online community website as often and for as long as you like - you are always welcome here! Warmly, Leon (site moderator <a href='http://COPD.net' target='_blank'>COPD.net</a>)
DianeL Member
Thank you, yes I am cancer free. Praise God.
1. Leon Lebowitz, RRT Member
 <inline-mention username="DianeL" user-id="4173407"/> Hi again, DianeL - thanks so much for sharing that you are cancer free with the community. That is wonderful news!! Keep up the good work! Warmly, Leon (site moderator <a href='http://COPD.net' target='_blank'>COPD.net</a>)
DianeL Member
Going to the cardiologist my pulmonary doctor wanted me to see. Wish me luck.
1. Leon Lebowitz, RRT Member
 <inline-mention username="DianeL" user-id="4173407"/> Hi again, DianeL, and thanks for letting us know. I will wish you 'good luck!' for your upcoming visit with the cardiologist. I do hope it all goes well for you. Please do check back and let us know how this all turns out. Warmly, Leon (site moderator COPD.net)
Jackie English Moderator & Contributor
<inline-mention username="DianeL" user-id="4173407"/> Thank you so much for sharing your story! I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. I have lost my dad also so I can relate to your loss. I am sorry to hear about having cancer and glad that you are better. We are happy to have you here. Please keep in touch. Best, Jackie (moderator)
1. Leon Lebowitz, RRT Member
 <inline-mention username="DianeL" user-id="4173407"/> Hi again, DianeL - I think that is a very practical approach for this situation. I would hope the doctor would listen to your request. Please do check back and let us know how this turns out for you. All the best, Leon (site moderator <a href='http://COPD.net' target='_blank'>COPD.net</a>)
2. Jackie English Moderator & Contributor
 <inline-mention username="DianeL" user-id="4173407"/> you're welcome, you too! 😊

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