CHRISTMAS BLUES

[Boeta]

This has been a heavy and gruesome Christmas...and the mucus were getting heavier on my lungs since Cristmas Eve...thought I could play around with it, but it hit me late on Chrismas/Boxing Day, grasping for air....shouting to my wife that I am dying...frightening! eventually my wife called ER....ambulance....it came out late.....stayed in hospital for six days...I am fine now, sort of...with a whole bag of new drugs....all along family and wife has been good....apart from this, I've lost a dear cousin to cancer...this morning...very sad...what a start to a new year!

[Numberone1]

When you say your mucus was getting worst since Xmas, what are you actually suffering from, is it asthma?

[Boeta in reply to Numberone1]

COPD...Emphysema

[sassy59]

Oh dear me Boeta what a terrible time you’ve had. I do hope things are on the up now. Wishing you all the best. Xxxx

[Damon1864 Volunteer]

So very sorry to hear your sad news, R.I.P.to your cousin. Hope you are feeling better and take care of yourself 😊 Bernadette xx

[RoadRunner44]

It must feel as if your world is crashing down on top of you at the moment and you wonder what's next. Such a lot to deal with particularly when you are not well. I can only offer some words of comfort like everyone else on here. Things will ease eventually and life will go on. In the meantime try and look after yourself as you're health is the most important thing now. My thoughts go with you. Chrys

[Boeta in reply to RoadRunner44]

..and I've received new medicine...and it seems to not working....it is now past midnight...everyone is sleeping and panic is gathering like a huge storm...how did I ever got into this miss?....I need you guys to stay with me....To think I was so positive.....I am so thankful for your support....I do not want to go to hospital ........................................again

[Ergendl]

Keep doing the things you must for today, and you will slowly work your way through this tough time. Hope your breathing improves soon.

[HungryHufflepuff]

I'm sorry for your loss, and sorry to know you've been so unwell. You are in my thoughts, and prayers.

[Gingerboy1960]

Sorry to hear this Boeta, I hope you get this sorted soon.

[Hacienda]

I Feel for you Hun, I know how you are feeling, I also Have COPD Emphysema, and have controlled it for many years, I am now on Long term Prednisolone which is messing with my Head at the moment. I do know I have to be strong and Fight the Depression it can cause, So, along with All of us on this Great Forum I wish you to get a handle on your Breathing, ( I'm on Oxygen 24/7 ) and I & family have got through our First Christmas without a Loved family Member, lost her 6 months ago at age 57, so we are all a little Scarred by our Illness & Sadness for lost loved ones. Be Determined to Get yourself Back on Track Hun, You Can do it. Make 2020 your Year to Flourish, Good Luck XXX C.

[Lyd12]

Do wish you well, Boeta. Do you have any hobbies? when I wake up and can't get back to sleep, I read my book. Keep it by my bedside, always read for a while before settling down, and then i.n The night if I have trouble gettng back to sleep again. During the day, crosswords, jigsaws on line, anything for those moments when you feel knocked out, it better than brooding on how you feel, Do hope you can find some relief. Love Iris x

[FlossyF]

So sorry to hear your sad news. Hope you are feeling a bit better soon. X

[Response]

Sorry to hear you have suffered so much. Christmas has so many people mixing and spreading germs (I'm quite solitary now to keep my mum away from danger)

I know, as someone nursing someone with a chronic lung condition, that we hope that the issue will go away, but (after any usual remedies) call (or makes sure family/carers call) the ambulance immediately if you can't breath - you can always cancel it if it's a false alarm. The ambulance centre person told me that they are happy to get the call and cancel, rather than something bad happen.

Hope you are better soon.

[Boeta in reply to Response]

Thank you guys....i was struck by the fact that we are only human and mortal and that life offers opportunities all the time....our POSITIVE response makes the difference, but sometimes it can be so diffiicult...i love you all

[Lol1944]

You make no mention of a rescue pack.? You should have one. If not demand one. Do you regularly see a respiratory nurse. ? There are good meds and good contacts but quite often you need to shout loud to get them. Serious exacerbation are to be avoided whenever possible, it really does take time to get over them. Rescue packs and respiratory teams are invaluable. Hope things 8mprove for you

[Boeta in reply to Lol1944]

Thank you so much...this was really the first time that this happened after 8 years...i will take care....got the fright of my life

[Boeta in reply to Lol1944]

What will a rescue pack contain? or is it tailor made to my specific needs?

[Lol1944]

Prednoisolone and antibiotics. Always to have these at home in case of need. Should be part of your action plan.