COPD is a progressive, chronic illness. That means that the person who has it will notice that their lung function slowly worsens over the months and years after their diagnosis. Depending on how timely that diagnosis is, the treatment plan may or may not be intensive.
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Welders with copd
Charlie
Tuesday, October 06, 2009 at 10:46 AM -
oxygen use
cva59
Wednesday, October 14, 2009 at 03:45 PMMy resting oxygen level is 93, after walking shot distance it falls to 88. I have been told that i have moderate copd. Is oxygen use needed?
re: oxygen use
Kathi MacNaughton
Wednesday, October 14, 2009 at 06:25 PMHi there... Good question! That's a discussion you really need to have with your personal physician, however. Your oxygen saturation levels are part of the picture, but also important in making the decision about whether to go to supplemental oxygen is your overall treatment plan, your lifestyle, and personal preference. Make an appointment to talk over your options with your physician, OK?
And if you DO need oxygen, you'll find lots of information here on this site!
To your health,
Kathi
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