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I haven't even asked my pulmo; I just take each day as it comes @WilliamMcNeill.
Told my pulmonist when I first started seeing her I didn't want to know. Haven't had any testing or x-rays in over 3 years but definitely feel the progression and aging taking place.
They can't. Everyone is different and every case is different. We each progress differently.
It all depends on you. If you take your medications properly, if you exercise, what you eat, if you avoid getting sick, etc.
I can get my doctor to give me a what to look for as my next warning sign or issue. But that is through asking the what if I do this or not do that senecios when having some issue. We can advance quickly, I went 2 stages in 3 years or we can live 20 years at each stage. All on how we handle our condition. You have to be on top of it...
It's completely understandable to want clarity about what lies ahead — not knowing can feel unsettling. Many people with COPD have shared this same frustration.
One MyCOPDTeam member shared that when they were first diagnosed, they felt like it was a death sentence. After doing their own research and connecting with Show Full Answer
Unfortunately she will probably wise up when its too late @A MyCOPDTeam Member. I hope she comes toher senses before that though. Hugs, Chris
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