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sandy58386
sandy58386

I was just diagnosed with emphysema almost 3 months ago. I was never a heavy smoker; only socially off and on and quit 12 years ago because I wanted to see my grandchildren grow up!! I am 72 years old, however I truly feel that I have had it for the last 7 years, as I was wheezing then! It took dizziness and blood oxy level of 73 to get me to the doctor. After EKG and CT scan, I received the diagnosis. I was at Level 2, when I was diagnosed. I am on Spiriva, Advair, and 2.5 oxygen ONLY during the night. Of course, initially I was scared; however, like many others say "I have COPD, COPD doesn't have me". I have developed a positive attitude, my husband and I walk 2 to 3 miles every day, I drink lots of water with lemon. I have more energy since I have actually been diagnosed and am more conscientious about my diet. I am determined to live to 95 like my sweet Mother did. I truly feel that walking has helped me a LOT. I noticed in someone else's discussion they suggested oil or oregano - I ALWAYS take that at the first sign of a cold and it seems to stop it immediately. My heart goes out to all of you that are further down the road.

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  • fedup2
    fedup2 sandy58386

    Posted

    Welcome to the one club nobody wants to join.I have a site under the heading can someone tell me the truth about copd.A lot of lovely people have replied and I feel you are in a great position,leval 2 and able to walk  2 to 3 miles a day and as you were not a heavy smoker I think you will be fine.Keep up that determination and you will see 95.I am happy you have been caught at this stage and thank you your kind thoughts for all of us who were not so lucky.You kerp up the good work and mind yourself and kedp
  • fedup2
    fedup2 sandy58386

    Posted

    sorry I keep hiting the wrong button.As I wss saying,keep doing all the righf stuff,walking and diet and again you are right copd does not have you.Best of luck and again take care.
    • sandy58386
      sandy58386 fedup2

      Posted

      Thank you SO much fedup2 for your kind words!!  I would like to give hugs and love to EVERYONE that is on this forum and has COPD.  It is so awesome that we can all share our concerns!!  Love to you all!!!
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