I had my spirometer test done this morning, and it was at 40% and 45% after using the inhaler ventolin. Results were instant. I knew it would be very low compared to the 73% 10 years ago, given how I've been lately, but it was still a shock. Even now 8 hours later, it still feels surreal.
Does anyone know how can I improve on those numbers, doctors seem to think you can't improve on them, but you get stronger with exercising..has anyone experienced similar circumstances..?
I haven't Googled anything to do with copd in ten years, and have no clue how long the average life expectancy could be with this low lung function.
Am 73 years old, and I honestly thought I could get to be 80 + before this terrible disease became to much for me.
Be grateful any feedback.