Emphysema: How Much Time Do I Have Left? 🙄

[@mecfossette4930]

John, thank you so much for your courage. Thank you for sharing your journey and allowing us to take it with you. I have stage 4 emphysema. I'm 56 years old. I wish I had the courage to fight back as hard as you do. I admire you greatly, you're an inspiration. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Good air and peace to you, always.

[@JohnHampton]

Thank you so much for your very kind words, Mec. Sincerely appreciated. It has been my privilege to share my journey with people such as you: my extended KZbin family, my kindred spirits; and it isn't over yet - not by a long shot. It isn't an easy journey but then it could be far worse, or at least that's what I keep telling myself; and so should you. Yes, we have our crosses to bear, some heavier crosses than others of our ilk; but I remain thankful that I can still see and hear, talk and walk, think and look after myself, and so much more that so many can no longer do - those whose very life's are dependent on others. Maybe that is what the future holds for us, but who can tell; certainly not I; so I simply chose to live my life one day at a time, and damn the legations. Best wishes, my friend; bye for now, and adieu. 🙂👍👌🖖

[@hulksmash6476]

I didn't know there were stages, I've got bronchiectasis and bulmae lung and the emphysema, 32%. 44 yrs old. I asked how long (reply) let's look at helping the best we can. (You don't know!)

[@SoapinTrucker]

Folks, Honestly, with all the hundreds of ways the human being can be killed, it's amazing we live past 1 or 2 years old! Just live. As for you Mr. John Hampton, God Bless You Sir, you are awesome! Thanks for the video! :)

[@roycekemp6614]

That was a great video John. You are very open and honest with every word that you spoke. You are very encouraging to someone like myself. God Bless you and Thank you for being so true about it.

[@sertories]

Im in the emphysema boat, didnt even want to know what stage Im in. so I understand that. I am trying to just be greatful for everyday God gives me. I garden and can I am starting an indoor herb garden. I am at peace to go home, but until then I love keeping buisy as my lungs let me. Absolutly dear John . Jesus loves you too.

[@silvertears100]

I agree with you the docs can't tell you it ALL depends how quickly or slowly your lungs get and how bad they get I've had copd since 1999 and yes I'm at stage 4 now but I'm still going and intend to keep going for a while yet like you I have not or would not ask the doc how long I have left one I wouldn't want to know and two like we said they can't tell you take care

[@carltaylor4942]

John - all the best to you from a fellow sufferer (COPD) here in Spain. Thanks for the video - I totally agree with what you say. I keep busy with the garden and many other interests and I don't know how I would manage without them. Good luck!

[@JohnHampton]

Hi, Carl. Thank you. All the best to you too. You are welcome. Yes, it's better to keep busy with interests rather than sit around watching the world pass you by and waiting to die; no excuses. Sure, it's hard at times, and breathless episodes will throw a spanner in the works at times; but a little break and a session on the nebuliser will usually put us right and off we go again. Good luck to you too, best wishes, and hasta la vista. 🙂👍👌

[@carltaylor4942]

John - Yes, there are days when energy levels are just too low and I have to abandon a plan or two but usually I manage to use up all my energy doing things I like to do and that keeps me feeling positive. Thanks again and a g'day to you!

[@JohnHampton]

I know exactly how you feel, Carl. But good for you for keeping on and a positive attitude - one day at a time. G'day to you too, mate. Cheers.

[@trudystocks7544]

We all so proud of you John ..you are such inspiration to us all ..keep your hobbies and interests going .. your garden is so beautiful .. bout time we took a shopping trip aswell 💕

[@JohnHampton]

Thank you so much, Trudy. Very much appreciate your very kind words. 🤗 Hobbies and interests: 👍 Gardens: 👍👌Well, we plan to go shopping tomorrow, as a matter of fact; so I'll record what I can. 🙂👍👌💕

[@DriftyAlison0]

My Grandma had it for around 20 years before passing from heart failure due to it. If you quit smoking and do what you need to do , then you can live awhile with it.

[@JohnHampton]

My mother had emphysema but died from heart failure as well. True. If one does as you say plus a little exercise, good nutrition, keep the mind busy and remain positive in the face of our adversity, then, yes, we can live longer. 🙂👍

[@adelejay7747]

God bless you, sir. Excellent advice for anyone..."have a purpose in life." No matter what the circumstance, I believe as well.

[@ElsieDee001]

Thank you, John. My husband was just diagnosed today. It's steady as she goes.

[@paulinesmith4845]

Wise words John, words that I, for one, will take on board. Cheers.

[@JohnHampton]

Thank you, Pauline. Au revoir & adieu. 🙂👍🖖

[@kingofthecatnap5422]

it's six months (for everything). if you can't pay your bill, they will give you another six months. Just found your channel, subscribed. Thanks for sharing this experience.

[@redrobin99]

You are inspiration!

[@stephenking8934]

Good advise on all counts John Glad the hear the doves are back again

[@JohnHampton]

Thank you, Stephen. Oh yes; the doves always tend to find their voices late afternoon. 🙂

[@brucecolemancfo5087]

I'm a young guy (44) who loves your videos. I'm so sorry that you have Emphysema dude, but glad you're making the most of life.

[@martinwhite5167]

I absolutely agree with you John. There is no answer as to when we sufferers "kick the bucket". Like reading your blog.

[@JohnHampton]

Thank you, Martin. Absolutely; there is no answer as to when we sufferers will kick the bucket. And if there was one (answer) I wouldn't want to hear it. Let sleeping dogs lay, so to speak. Cheers. 🙂👍🖖

[@PaigeTganaThompson-ql1mq]

Please Tupuna-Ancestors let Him all the Time and More Life in this World Aroha/Love from Ataahua/Beautiful Bland Bay Whangaruru Aoteoroa New Zealand Xx

[@ardentizzy7720]

I also have copd and I don’t even think about how long I have left , I used to be a miner and I was amazed just how many strong fit and healthy men went down hill when the mines closed, ..

[@JohnHampton]

Because they lost their main purpose in life, Arden; as it was with my father. 😟

[@elinoreberkley1643]

10years or longer. It is a slow painful death. Some people can live 20 years but nothing stops death and it is serious stuff

[@copasetic216]

Thank you for this

[@JohnHampton]

You are most welcome. 🙂👍

[@mariecaplinger2637]

I have emphysema also but i think if you stop smoking and take your treatments on a regular basis you can keep it at bay for a long time . I dont want to know any time i have because i plan on living long but always taking care of my emphysema and heath over all . . You give yourself more time taking care of yourself and enjoy life. I wish you all the best my friend and god bless you . Stay safe ...marie

[@fralinsandfriends]

I actually tell Doctors that I don't want to hear dates. I'll do everything I can to beat them. I don't believe in it. As a nurse, I used to care for terminal patients back in the 80s. I saw people who doctors gave a few months live for several years and patients who just gave up and died much sooner than they should have. When it was their time, most of them gave some indication but, the ones who beat the dates were the ones who didn't live by them.

[@glindawilson4195]

Hey my friend , very good video.The dr. told my husband he wouldn't live 2 yrs.. He had stage 4 cancer and he died 5 yrs. later. You can't sit around and wait to die. Have a good breathing day. Glinda~

[@JohnHampton]

From one friend to another; hey to you too. 🙂You are so right, Glinda; there's no point in sitting around waiting to die. Thank you. You have a good breathing day, too, and bye for now, adieu. 🙂👍🖖

[@angiekempfer2105]

Thank you!

[@chanasabappamalegoudar3883]

I am 75yrs male suffering with copd/emphysema from last 8 months Doctor says it will be cured . I know it's not reverseble. What next?

[@dc.pentrumesteri4893]

damn man understands by comments emphysema is the rupture of the algae and the membrane which over time is worse than cancer

[@Kbax3614]

@@dc.pentrumesteri4893it aims worse than cancer.

[@Kbax3614]

Depends. You got it late it might not affect anything if it is still early stage u old already mate.

[@kinetickhaos6144]

I’ve just been diagnosed with mild emphysema I’m 21 hope your okay buddy it seems hard and I’m not even at stage 2 yet

[@simar5180]

What are the symptoms you are facing

[@kinetickhaos6144]

@@simar5180 constantly In pain but it varies in scale get tired and breathless easily doing basic tasks struggle to pick heavy things up get tight chested wake up feeling drained and ill most days it's quite a big change coming from someone who use to be fit and healthy and I was strong still got my muscles but unable to use them to they're full potential anymore I kinda feel like an old man now and I'm only 23 in July

[@simar5180]

@@kinetickhaos6144 do you still smoke? Where do you feel pain ? Do you feel pain near the sternum and tightness near the sternum and below the sternum? I feel tightness below the sternum like something pushing below the sternum

[@simar5180]

@@kinetickhaos6144 and what test doctor done to said you have emphysema? How much you smoke cigarettes? You feel chest tightness near the sternum or left lower rib cage?

[@kinetickhaos6144]

@@simar5180 CT scan revealed my emphysema and been smoking for quiet a few years still smoke now but no asmuch but doesn't matter how much you smoke to get it as it can be triggered from being either a light smoker or heavy smoker and yeah get tight Chested and heavy chested often and constantly in pain daily

[@Davepurington]

My wife has emphysema she is very beautiful. She just can't seem to stop smoking her 8 to 10 cigarettes a day. God Bless You John..

[@connormichael7252]

I have it at age 23 I heard from hospital 12_18,months without treatment, months ago mentally I've prepared for it just going to miss my family when I've gone, scared to leave them

[@Catgat37]

How you doing currently?

[@carlaschurman4508]

Amen! 💞🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@JohnHampton]

Hallelujah. 💕🙂🖖

[@carlaschurman4508]

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[@julieegan1337]

Jesus Christ has healed ALL sicknesses & diseases, He took them on Himself on the cross, as well as ALL sins, keep claiming every hour on the hour.. that "thankYou Father God With Jesus Stripes i am healed & made whole & you will be 😃😘 God bless you 💟

[@JohnHampton]

Thank you, Julie. Very much appreciate the vale of your comment. Adieu. 🙂👍

[@dc.pentrumesteri4893]

let the baaa bible that all the bibles in the world heal you except the yellow earth 2 m below the palm

[@kinggenius6660]

Have you done any research on stem cell treatment? If so your opinions please.

[@JohnHampton]

Stem cell research!? No. 🙂

[@kinggenius6660]

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[@gerhardvanderbergh9292]

Love the spider also have copd

[@anshikaseth5826]

My boyfriend is just 18 he has emphysema dr told him he has only 5years that break his heart and mine tooo could someone suggest me anything 💔😢

[@simar5180]

Was he smoking

[@Divergent333]

18??!

[@dazeofmylife]

I say you have at least 29 years and 11 months. Then, on your 100th birthday you can live stream a party and we'll all join you in the comment section.

[@JohnHampton]

Okay. I really like your optimism, but only the reality of time will tell. Still, it's something to look forward to, so I might as well start making plans for what will be a monumental live stream. I just hope I've managed to figure out why the stream breaks down after a dozen or so minutes by then. 🙂👍

[@OldMucker]

My doctor told me Emphysema wont kill something else will first.

[@JohnHampton]

How true. 👍

[@bennewman4675]

They could found a lung transplant and have lots of time left

[@lisawells-baker3208]

Purpose.....

[@JohnHampton]

👍👍👍👍

[@woodbeastonyoutube9086]

Are you still above ground?

[@robsweeney7028]

Hi

[@oshea2300]

Hello friend. We all have a God-shaped void, that we try to fill with counterfeits that only Jesus Christ can fill.. he wants a relationship and fellowship with us. He loves us and wants to spend eternity in heaven with us. We need to be sorry to God for what the Bible says is sin. Only once we realize we're lost can we be saved by trusting and the life, death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. He shed his blood for us taking our sins upon him, and he gives us his righteousness when we put our trust in his finished work on the cross, asking him to forgive us and save our souls from hell.