Stem cell treatment for copd

Patricia

Thanks for the update. I went to Dr F on March 19th and my treatment was identical to yours. I have noticed improvements but for the first month I was getting over a nasty cold that started the day BEFORE treatment so I was unable to notice many changes for the first 6 weeks. Two weeks ago, I went out with my husband for brunch and shopping and was able to walk around for two hours without being short of breath (yes I was still using my oxygen). That was the start of seeing improvements. This past week, I had two days where I was able to walk up and down the aisles in Walgreens, get back in the car and go over to the pet store and walk around there for another 30 minutes without any shortness of breath. It was like a miracle for me. I hadn't felt that good for well over a year if not longer. Unfortunately, the rest of the week I've been back to not feeling as great, but I did go to brunch today and then shopping without any trouble. I am having more and more days of feeling stronger, breathing better and my O2 Saturation is a few points higher than it has been. Showering isn't a big ordeal anymore.

I also have ulcerative colitis and have not needed to take my pills for over a month now. This is the first time since last February that I am pain free and not needing meds.

I will keep everyone updated of any changes/improvements. I have not had a PFT since treatment (plan to in Sept) but my peak flow meter reading has gone from from 150 to 190 in the past two weeks.

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Stem cell treatment for copd