COPD & Emphysema Support Group
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...
As I was backing my car into my driveway after a beautiful late summer drive in the countryside of NH today, my PA (Physicians Assistant) from Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Boston was calling me. At first I was a bit apprehensive to answer it knowing that she's calling to let me know that I didn't qualify for the procedure.
All of you are the first to know that I have been accepted for the Lung Coil Procedure and I will know within a couple of weeks when the actual procedure date will be. I need to have a consult with the anesthesiologist prior to being admitted and within a couple of days after the consult I will receive the coils.
I was turned down for the Lung Valves when I was accepted to participate in this clinical trial in January 2014, but through sheer determination, patience, a lot of praying and the positive attitude of my PA, Aishatu Aloma, we finally made it.
I will let you know what happens next and I wish everyone here a chance to improve your breathing and quality of life no matter what procedure is chosen as long as it makes us feel better!
God speed...
All of you are the first to know that I have been accepted for the Lung Coil Procedure and I will know within a couple of weeks when the actual procedure date will be. I need to have a consult with the anesthesiologist prior to being admitted and within a couple of days after the consult I will receive the coils.
I was turned down for the Lung Valves when I was accepted to participate in this clinical trial in January 2014, but through sheer determination, patience, a lot of praying and the positive attitude of my PA, Aishatu Aloma, we finally made it.
I will let you know what happens next and I wish everyone here a chance to improve your breathing and quality of life no matter what procedure is chosen as long as it makes us feel better!
God speed...
Again good luck to you!
reading this post sure brings up a lot of names i miss, but luckily i've kept in touch with many after "the great format change"
my thoughts & prayers are always with you <3
woke up thinking of ILOVEMYKITTIES---kit, if you are around i'd love to hear how things are going for you & your daughter.