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Rodfullerf's COPD Story

I am 78yrs. In Jan 2017 I was diagnosed with pulmonary embolism. It was the first time I had experienced shortness of breath. Knowing that part of my lungs was dead, I believed my breathing would get better after my doctor gave me pills that would thin my blood. My breathing never got better and after another 2 episodes of breathing difficulty it was determined 2weeks ago I had COPD. I'm learning many ways to help my lungs ex. take Advair twice a day, go to therapy learning to breathe properly. Joining your community, thank you.

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