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wearrapeepl1690
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I have late stage COPD and now need Oxygen 24/7. I am 62 and every day is a nightmare.
I wish it was over now. I've had enough. 4 or 5 steps leaves me gasping for breath. How long am likely to have to bear this before it's over.
I wish it was over now. I've had enough. 4 or 5 steps leaves me gasping for breath. How long am likely to have to bear this before it's over.
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Hi @wearrapeepl1690 welcome to the community, I am so sorry to hear how much you are struggling and it is worrying to hear how down you sound. Do you have anyone around you to talk to?
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