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COPD is a progressive disease characterized by airflow obstruction or limitation. Emphysema is characterized by loss of elasticity of the lung tissue, destruction of structures supporting the alveoli and of capillaries feeding the alveoli. Both have symptoms that include shortness of breath, among other respiratory troubles. If you are a COPD or Emphysema sufferer, join...

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Elsiesue 10/06/2014

Hi,

Some of you know me. For those who don't I am DennyGene's wife.

I just wanted to let you know I am taking him to the hospital today. It is a hour and a half away. I don't yet know how long he will be there. But the Doctor does not like the amount of swelling that is going on in his face and shoulders. They will be doing the biopsy while they have him in the hospital.

I promise to get information to you as soon as I can...But at this point I don't know if I will be staying down there or driving back.

sunny5368 10/06/2014

Praying for both of you.

silfoxx2002 10/06/2014

Elsie, All I can say is to magnify and empathize with everyone else,
As with everyone else, my prayers are being lifted up for both of you.

Jim

Promises2Keep 10/06/2014

Hopeful that Dennis is receiving some kind of relief as I type and prayers for both of you continue.

jarca 10/06/2014

Elsie, thank you so much for taking the time to let us know.
my thoughts and prayers are with both Dennis and you.
((((HUGS)))))

jazzkeys 10/06/2014

Elsie, I'm sending prayers for both of you, Dennis is our little Angel here and we All Love him.
Thanks for letting us know, Bless you both.

Tiff18 10/06/2014

Praying for you both. Wishing comfort and strength for you. Hoping to hear good news about how he is doing.

GrayParrot 10/06/2014

Dear Elsie, We will be sending up prayers for you and Dennis.
That's a long way to the hospital; doesn't make it easy for you guys.
May God watch over you both, and pray we get a good report.
Take care,
Linda In CA

Sabrinabar06 10/06/2014

Dennis always gives me good advice and comfort. I'd like to repay with prayers and good vibes. Wishing him well, praying for a positive report.

Elsiesue 10/06/2014

Hey,

Dennis is resting (as if you can in a hospital) comfortably (as can be).

They have him on antibiotics and plan to do a surgical biopsy tomorrow. Doc came in this evening and was all upset that they put Dennis on the back burner for the biopsy so He has already had a surgeon come talk with him....They just better hold their horses until I can get back down there in the AM . I will be staying down there after tonight.

demar15 10/06/2014

I'm so sorry to hear, I'll be praying for the both of you.

LilEllie 10/06/2014

Elsie, you know the routine. Hurry up and wait. I am really happy that he has a proactive doctor so you may need to get a running start really early in the am.

The fact that they have him on antibiotics seems like they are maybe expecting a super aggressive infection.

Keeping my fingers crossed regarding the biopsy. Tell Dennis to just hang in as we always expect the "other shoe" to drop with this crappy COPD and all the things it brings to the table. But sometimes we are pleasantly surprised.

The very best of results.
Anna

deleted_user 10/07/2014

Elsie, Sending you and Dennis many prayers for peace and strength. Hope the new day brings better news.

Hugs and love,

Cindy

rcar01 10/07/2014

Will put him in my prayers.