Stage 3 COPD

[Thomas3.20.2010]

 24/7 oxygen 2 liters.

Frequent exacerbations - I'm in the hospital now.

Yesterday I was on 5 liters and 84% sats.

Anything less than 90 is bad. 84 is really bad.

What can you do?

Quit smoking

Quit smoking

Quit smoking

Take your meds please

Exercise

Stay away from pollution, smoke of all kinds, wind,rain and snow

Be good to your lungs -they work 24/7 to keep you alive and healthy!

LLAP

[SuzyQ411]

Great news, Thomas! Take it easy once home. Need to build up your strength and resistance. Sending prayers. ~Suzy

[ElaineC]

God speed Thomas.  Thank you for letting us know how you are doing.  Thank you for the material you have given us.

N.O.P.E.

[Barbara145]

Praying for you and your healing Thomas.  Hope you get home today.

[Mike.n.Atlanta]

I'm saddened by your current state Thomas but am so appreciative of your example in courage. You've laid your soul bare so others will hopefully "get it".

Keep on keepin on my friend,

M n @

[Gai.C]

Praying for full recovery Thomas.  And Yes Thank you for sharing your Experiences. If u help 1 person You've done Something.  

[Giulia]

Hope you DO get home today, Thomas.  Sending strengthening thoughts.

[wlh]

Good wishes and prayers for you Thomas are headed your way.  Please, get felling better quick!!

Lynne

[Christine13]

Many prayers Thomas.  Hope you get home today too.

[Cousin-Itt]

I do hope you get home today Prayers Thomas

[Thomas3.20.2010]

Finally got home and recovering step by step as Larry says. Thanks for all well wishes.