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I have very severe copd fev 22, lately dypsnea getting much worse, mucus changes to very thick lt green. see doc next month. help need suggestions ?
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See doctor sooner: Although there is not enough detail in the question to determine if this is an acute exacerbation of COPD, the decline in your baseline condition warrant medical attention sooner than in a month. Please see your doctor sooner for a thorough evaluation or your worsening symptoms.
Answered 8/24/2014
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