I'm a single working grandmother of six, mother to two. I work fulltime in a busy job. I was diagnosed with COPD February 2008 but knew I was in big trouble years before that, just avoided going to the doctor. I quit smoking in Sept. 07. This happened when I couldn't walk out to the car and I was afraid I wouldn't be able to continue to work. I also decided to go see the doctor, that was in February 2008. I was diagnosed with very severe COPD/emphysema but did not require oxygen. Since then I have become very active in my recovery process. I completed a wonderful rehab program and have just been accepted into the Spiration Value Trial (more steps to complete before I actually am OK'd for the valves). Some days are diamonds and some are stones. I have 40 years of damage. I want my life back and will do whatever is necessary to regain as much as I can. Daily Strength has been a Special Blessing.
I'm a single working grandmother of six, mother to two. I work fulltime in a busy job. I was diagnosed with COPD February 2008 but knew I was in big trouble years before that, just avoided going to the doctor. I quit smoking in Sept. 07. This happened when I couldn't walk out to the car and I was afraid I wouldn't be able to continue to work. I also decided to go see the doctor, that was in February 2008. I was diagnosed with very severe COPD/emphysema but did not require oxygen. Since then I have
I enjoy traveling, learning, laughter, people, exploring, reading, my family, eating out, hiking (when I can), the woods, geneology, computers, friends, learning, animals, naturally curious person.
I enjoy traveling, learning, laughter, people, exploring, reading, my family, eating out, hiking (when
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KyleesNan replied to dogman1313’s recommendation: Dr. Wrights Tahoma clinic in the COPD & Emphysema support group 4:07am
I don't like the thyroid thing.…
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You too Patti. Finally put in all my paperwork for disability Friday. They said because I kept working…
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Just a little love for you, golly, it's been one thing or another for you and your famile this last year.…
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So, how you feeling? Thinking of you. Have a great weekend.…
July 25, 2009 12:14am
Probably won't get the results for about a week. I told a friend here that I was worried about feeling to good because of my disability …
July 7, 2009 11:20am
I was unable to make one of their scheduled appts. for pulmonary function (they scheduled it and forgot to tell me) so they have to do that before i …
June 7, 2009 5:47pm
I have an appointment to see my doctor on 7/6/09 to find out if I have the values or not. I really can't say if they have helped or …
May 17, 2009 10:35am
Well, I have crossed over and have joined the many of you as an oxygen user. I now have to be on oxygen. They told me on Friday and by …
Hi Shirley, Just checking in on my friends. Have a nice week
Shirley, I wish I could say great but that is not happening yet. Thanks for checking and I need to send you a message in the next day or so.
Have a great weekend also,
Anna
Hi Shirley,
Just popped in to give you hug as i havn't given you one in a while,hope your keeping ok,have a nice week.Take Care.
Love and Hugs
Ellen.
Happy Halloweeny Shirley. Hope you have an enjoyable weekend.
Hugs,
Anna
guess i'll be wonder woman in this cape! how's it look? happy halloween!
margaret
I quit smoking 9/29/07 when I couldn't walk to the car anymore. I had not seen a doctor, they may want a chest Xray and I spent 30 years avoiding that. I just knew I would bounce right back when I quit smoking. It didn't happen. I started walking and it got way way worse. I knew I was in trouble. Finally made it to the doctor and confessed all the end of January. I was put on inhalers. Just started Spiriva, Albuteral and found this site. I want to thank you all, you're giving me hope.
I Have Been A Member of the COPD/Emphysema Group for About a Year. I Gain A Great Deal of Support From DS. Lately, we've had a huge loss of membership in our group. I believe the harrazement and abuse we receive by one group member is why. I was not aware of a community board or that community leaders were being recruited until a couple of days ago. I'm on DS daily. I feel that our group needs a voice that will uphold the high integrity that I have come to cherish within our grp membership.
