You are the salt of the earth. As patients we know that sometimes your job can make you a bit more salty than usual - and it's usually our fault! But that's what this page is all about. Air your problems and get advice and contact from other carers. Be frank and don't hold back - but in the nicest possible way of course!

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Hello

My mum has been diagnosed with COPD, and to be honest, im not coping it too well with it, i.e. stress, doctors, not knowing if mums getting all the treatments she should be, she is currently in hospital now on a NIV mask, and trying to wean her off, which isn't going to well,has had fluid drained off lungs etc. I live in Kingston surrey, and would like to find friends who are in similar situations to just vent and chat with and exchange advice. My name is Jane, aged 42, married with two daughters.

Thanks, Jane 
Janieski@btinternet.com

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My husband has COPD and I am his caretaker. Sometimes he is just a BEAR and I know it is not easy for him as well as the meds he takes and how it effects him. I was just wondering if there are any other caretakers out and about dealing with this situation who might help me get through some of the rough spots.

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Website Created by John Kirtley BA.  Edited by Mol Smith and David Boswell B.Sc

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Website Created by John Kirtley BA.  Edited by Mol Smith and David Boswell B.Sc

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Website Created by John Kirtley BA.  Edited by Mol Smith and David Boswell B.Sc