Discussions
Discussions
Lubna Check-In 01/02/2026
Hi I am Lubna, 33yrs old from Pakistan I have been suffering from "Post-TB bronchiectasis" for many years. In my early years, I was able to do all the activities of daily life properly, but four years ago, when I was diagnosed with a fungal infection, my condition exacerbated and my health declined progressively. I have been hospitalized due to lung infections and done antibiotics courses multiple times in the last four years. Currently, I am dependent on supplemental oxygen, use of BiPAP is necessary, and I am having difficulty performing daily living activities and shortness of breath due to mild exertion.
I and my husband somehow managing and researching the cure for this condition actively as it has a huge toll on us mentally as well as financially. The cure is not available in my country, Pakistan, and limited resources do not allow us to relocate to another country.
Furthermore, we are facing issues here like an inappropriate environment with poor air quality, which even worsens the situation. We can not afford other needed facilities here, like a portable concentrator and air purifier, which are required for me.
I can send you me medical reports, prescription, CT scans and X-rays for the concern to view.
I request everyone to please help me in this and connect me with the available resources.
Best Regards.
Replies
Hi Lubna, thank you for reaching out! I responded to you through the message system on the site with some possible resources that may be of help.
Lubna,
Hello! Welcome to the site. You have been through a lot; dealing with a chronic lung issue at a young age can be very challenging, to say the very least. I hope that the resources provided by Brandon will be of great assistance to you.
Brandon,Thank you for assisting Lubna with resources.
Hi Lubna. I am sorry to hear of your struggles with getting the resources you need to manage your diagnosis. You have come to the right website for support. Our team is amazing at giving feedback and tips to help you manage things a bit easier. I know you must have so many obstacles in your way, but we can do our best to point you in the right direction.
It is not our intention to serve as a substitute for medical advice and any content posted should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. We make every effort to support our members, our medical professionals cannot and will not provide a diagnosis or suggest a specific medication; those decisions should be left to your personal medical team. While we encourage individuals to share their personal experiences with COPD, please consult a physician before making changes to your own COPD management plan.
Community posts are monitored by the 360social Community Manager, as well as staff respiratory therapists, educators, and other medical professionals.