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What are the last stages of copd like?
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Challenging: Increasing need for oxygen. Increasing shortness of breath. Less exercise tolerance. More doctor and hospital visits. Need for more help and support.
Answered 12/12/2013
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Difficult: This can be very difficult. The symptoms include constant shortness of breath, lethargy, weakness, coughing, daily oxygen need, sleepiness. Consulting with a palliative care specialist can be very helpful in controlling these symptoms.
Answered 9/27/2017
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