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Wanting to feel useful with COPD

I was diagnosed 12 yrs ago. I smoked for 30 yrs. I am on oxygen 24/7. I have 28% lung function. I get sick alot and my gp doesnt seem to understand how even a cold makes me feel so bad. I am glad that I have my kids and grandchildren, job and pets. I just wish I felt useful or needed.

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