COPD & Emphysema Support Group

COPD is a progressive disease characterized by airflow obstruction or limitation. Emphysema is characterized by loss of elasticity of the lung tissue, destruction of structures supporting the alveoli and of capillaries feeding the alveoli. Both have symptoms that include shortness of breath, among other respiratory troubles. If you are a COPD or Emphysema sufferer, join...

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sillouette
sillouette
hi,I'm new here,I've had COPD & Emphysema for three years and its progressively getting worse.I hope to make lots of new friends who understand how I feel.That's it really,I'm sick of not being able to breathe and hopefully talking with friends who have the same illness,I can feel better about me,thanks,please feel free to be my friend.
sillouette
deleted_user
deleted_user
Welcome!! I am kind of new here also and have learned a lot from these wonderful people
God bless
sillouette
sillouette
Thank you my friend,good to meet you,may God bless you too
deegran
deegran
Hi sillouette. This is a good place to be. Welcome.
Imarighter
Imarighter
Sillouette, so glad you found us. Welcome!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Welcome to the group.
rcar01
rcar01
Welcome to the group, you can learn a lot here, I know I have.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Welcome Sil. Tired of not being able to breathe, I second that emotion. You are definately among people who understand. Glad you are here. GOD Bless
deleted_user
deleted_user
Sillouette, you are amoung friends here. This is a group of folks all in the same boat your in, only at different levels. We are a caring group that will offer comfort and education, we have a wealth of knowledgte to share. But most of all we care, and we understand. Welcome to the group. -- Bill
captstt
captstt
Bill, you couldn't have said it better. Well done.

Sillouette, perhaps you can fill us in on what COPD level you're at. O2 24 hrs? What meds? etc, etc.

be positive. be strong...you're not alone.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Sillouette -
Howdy and welcome. Glad you made it here...

Dennis
higginsp
higginsp
Like you, I was also diagnosed about 3 years ago with Emphysema, but for some reason I'm pretty much staying where I was then and it doesn't seem to be getting much worse. My biggest problem is trying to keep the weight off. I would solve so many health issues if I could do that!

Welcome! I haven't been here long myself, but everyone is very helpful and I've learned a lot here. It sure is nice to have others who understand what you're going through!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hi I am also a new member and found all the warm welcomes I received very comforting.I think we will both benefit from being a part of this fine group,Welcome.
redclare
redclare
Welcome. I'm also rather new here. I have found that this group is warm, caring, and full of information. Glad to have you aboard.
Peta44
Peta44
Welcome Sillouette and MARTIN
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hello, Sil! I'm also rather new here and have been diagnosed for 2 1/1 years. These folks are very helpful and supportive! We're glad you joined us!