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I have been fairly quiet in recent months and I'll tell you why.

I was diagnosed with COPD a few months ago.
I have also a stomach condition.
I have not been able to sleep in bed for over 7 weeks (started with the heat wave).
The past 4-5 weeks I can only sleep downstairs on the sofa in an upright position (slouched), I struggle to breath in bed.
On average I can only sleep for around 1 1/2 hours a day, some days I can not sleep at all. I am so tired.
I have lost around one stone in weight.
Things that I would normally do, now I can't be bothered. It's the condition.
Breathing is somewhat difficult at times and I have lost my appetite (stomach condition), I can only manage smaller food portions.

I have seen or spoken with my doctors but no real improvement although antibiotics has helped my breathing (chest infection).
I have another blood test tomorrow and another doctor's appointment on Thursday.
I hope they can identify what's going on and have a solution.
I am so scared, frustrated and confused.
I would love a decent nights sleep in bed.

I will get the wife to help me do a water change on Wednesday.
The fish are fine.

Stephen
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I don’t know what to say, except our thoughts and hopes are with you Stephen. Sounds not nice. I hope the doctors have something for you.
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Sorry to hear @Stephen hope you get sorted quickly!
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Crap reading that @Stephen.

I hope the doctors can help you on Thursday. Let us know how you get on. Keep your chin up mate and get well soon.
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Thank you for the kind words, appreciated.
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Sorry to hear Stephen, hope things can be sorted positively soon.
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Hope they get to the bottom of it and you start feeling better soon!
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Sorry to hear this Stephen, I know these things can take time to sort out but I hope you get some progress on Thursday.
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Here’s hoping you get something sorted Stephen.
Sounds like you’ve had a very rough few weeks. I really hope they can diagnose it and help get you back on your feet and feeling better ASAP
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