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Just an Update. As Time passes, I am Breathing Better and able to Turn the clock back a Little. I can do a lot more without my Oxygen and so happy to NOT have to sit down constantly to catch my Breadth. Yesterday, I didn't use my Oxy once and even slept last night without it, I did have the Condenser on and Cannula ready, Just in case. This Morning I'm in a Garden Sunbathing Mood, Under the Parasol though. I keep tapping my chest and saying Thank You to my Shiny Blingy Valves, What more could a Girl Want.. ( well, Lungs. yes). But for Now I'm happy with my Lot...Wishing you all a Great Week End. Love n Hugs. xxxxx

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sassy59

That’s wonderful news Carolina and I wish you a great weekend too. Glad you’re doing so well. Xxxx💖🌞🍦

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Hacienda in reply to sassy59

Thank you Carole xxxxx

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billparks in reply to sassy59

So what did the doctors install her

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Hacienda in reply to billparks

Hi Bill, I had 4 Valves inserted to my Right Lung on 7th June, Now I am feeling very Good. XXX Carolina xxx

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chubby2x22

What a lovely post to wake up to. I'm so happy for you. Better than a lottery win. Enjoy your weekend. Jane

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Hacienda in reply to chubby2x22

Thank you Chubby, I agree, but I wouldn't refuse "Someone Knocking on my Door". xxx

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It's lovely to hear how happy you are, long may it continue. Enjoy your sunbathing in the garden, have a lovely weekend. Love and hugs to you.😊 Bernadette xx

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Hacienda

Thank you Bernadette. XXXX

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CELAT06

Absolutely brilliant 😃so pleased for you. 👍Lovely to hear some positive news, onwards and upwards ! Enjoy your sunbathing 😎don’t overdo it and make sure you drink plenty. Gin is good ! 🍸take care. X

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Hacienda in reply to CELAT06

Ha Ha , Thank You Hun, My Drink is Vino, Pink, The Happy Glass. XXXXX

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CELAT06 in reply to Hacienda

Pink vino good. Have you tried mavrodaphne ? It’s a sweeter red, delicious ! X

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2greys

Today is a good news day. What a great start to the weekend. I hope your improvements continue to get even better as you can now exercise more which will bring those improvements to you :)

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Hacienda in reply to 2greys

Thank you 2 greys, Yes, I aim to exercise more, have my Fit Bit on throughout every day. XXXX

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peege

WONDERFUL!

And so encouraging for others in a similar situation 😃 👍 ❤️

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Hacienda in reply to peege

Yes, Peege, I know AlfieBax2(Babs) and Skis are next to hopefully have the same Procedure. xxxx

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peege in reply to Hacienda

I feel your joy 😍

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maggiewhiteley in reply to Hacienda

I too am going through the tests to hpefully eventually have valves. You certainly make it very appealing

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Hacienda in reply to maggiewhiteley

Morning Maggie, I was a little Scared on the day, not knowing, but I had read many good reports on here from other People who had them, which I hope I have passed on, so many of you may now feel less apprehensive and more positive. Good Luck Maggie Love n Hugs xxxxxx

That is so good to hear Hacienda. I don’t know anything about the valves and so I am very interested in your experience. I do hope that you continue with even more improvement. X

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Hacienda in reply to

Hi Littlepom, I do read your very interesting Posts. Thank you, Click on my Profile for previous News of The Valve Procedure. xxxx

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Magpuss

Brilliant news! Just what we love to hear, thanks for letting us know. Enjoy your relaxing weekend in the sun⛱.

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Hacienda in reply to Magpuss

Thank you Magpuss, You too have a great Weekend. xxxx

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skischool

buenos días cariño otro buen día te espera,a very positive and bouncy message to all though do be careful when you venture outside amongst the general public.tapping ones chest and saying thank you to it may attract the wrong sort of admiring attention and i fear not from gentlemen considering valve procedures.Enjoy your day together with your new bling chums..............love Ski's and Scruffy xxx

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Hacienda

Buenas Dias tambien Carino, 😂😂😂,I will be very careful who sees me. Ha, yes, I thought I would cheer everyone with my light hearted Bling. Hope you & Scruffita are coping with this Heat

I tend to go in the Garden with the Papers, do half a puzzle and bring myself back indoors, it's all part of the exercise routine to put Steps on my Fit bit. Light lunch soon, hubby at work soon serving all the Football 🍺🍺🍺🍺supporters. Me, I'm off in the Sun lounger with Glass of Pink Stuff. Ha ha, my Princess by my side. 🍷🍷🍷🐕🐕🐕.Hasta Luego no Amigo. Besos. Xxxx

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Caspiana

My dear Carolina.

You have no idea how very happy this post has made me feel. I am so pleased. It really made my evening.

*Hugs*

Cas xx 🌸

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Hacienda in reply to Caspiana

Morning Cas (Caspiana), Just seen the News this Sunday Morning, The Floods in Japan have taken a lot of lives. Hope your not in that area. let us know how you are. Love n hugs Huni. XXXX

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Caspiana in reply to Hacienda

Hi Carolina.

It rained very hard here , but we did not have flooding. Very thankful but very sad for those who were not as lucky. Thank you for asking. xx 😊

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Hacienda in reply to Caspiana

Thankful that your OK Cas, very sad for those who have lost their Lives. RIP Angels. xxxx

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Hacienda

Awww, Thank You Cas, I'm glad it made you feel Happy. I hope your well as you can be. It is evening here now almost 8pm. The Weather is still very very Warm and a bit humid. Never mind, it has been a lovely day. Enjoy the rest of your Weekend, Huni, Love n Hugs. xxxxx Carolina XXX

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jackdup

I am so happy for you and sure hope you continue to improve.

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Hacienda in reply to jackdup

Thank you jackdup. xxx

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CyprusPat

I'm so happy for you, it must be wonderful to feel such an improvement. I do hope you continue to feel better. I'm so jealous 😘

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Hacienda in reply to CyprusPat

Hi Pat, Thank You, Yes, It was a Good Choice to go Ahead, I'm still on the Transplant List, have been for two Years now, this is a happy Interim to help with my Shortness of Breadth which had got so bad. They Last Two Years, in case I don't get my Transplant call. Hope your Heat is not Wearing you Down, we had 30 yesterday and I must admit all my Years in Spain in 40 /45 degrees hasn't given me resilience to this Heat. Still, I'm loving it under the Parasol. Vino in Hand. Love n Hugs Huni. Carolina XXX

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Alfiebax2

I'm so pleased you are happy with your valves and they seem to be working for you .Don't overdo it and I hope you continue to improve daily .Wishing you so much love

Babs xxxxxxx♥️♥️♥️♥️

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Hacienda in reply to Alfiebax2

Awww, Thank you Babs, Your turn will come soon, Love n Hugs to you my Dear. XXXX

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Alfiebax2 in reply to Hacienda

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That's brilliant Hun, so happy for you !!! Bet it's like having a new start !!! In,actually find out on Tuesday if I am suitable for valves , and I'm feeling quite nervous at the moment !!! You have really give me hope thank you ,bless you xxx

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Hacienda in reply to

Hi Hun, Yes you will be Nervous as I was, I was "Borderline" but they still put 4 in instead of 2. Took 33 minutes they tell me, Woke up great and with time it gets Better. Good Luck xxx

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Katebeach

Fantastic, well done! x

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Hacienda in reply to Katebeach

Thank you Kate. XXXX

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davecarol2

best news to wake up to Carolina 😉 well done for going through all op side of things x yep this heat is a bugger and very restrictive but onwards and upwards x keep posting and congratulations 😉😉👍🏻

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Hacienda in reply to davecarol2

Thank you, Yes, I can cope with the Heat in the shade, it's when the Humidity rises, then Like everyone else , it takes your Breadth away. Will keep you all posted. XXX

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mas7656

This is great news!! I wish you well 💕

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Hacienda in reply to mas7656

Thank you Mas. xxxx

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Dubba61

Happy for you. 😊🌻✌️

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Hacienda in reply to Dubba61

Thank you so Much. XXX

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stamford1234

I'm so pleased to hear all that positivity. You are an inspiration and so strong. All the very best for your future

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Hacienda in reply to stamford1234

Thank you so Much xxxx

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Corin1950

Great to hear news of your progress.

Keep up the good work

Best wishes

Corin

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Hacienda in reply to Corin1950

Thank you so much xxx

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Margaret_craft

So happy for you Carolina. Enjoy your sunbathing. And many more things. Hope you continue to improve. Have a great weekend. xx

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Hacienda in reply to Margaret_craft

Thank you so Much xxxxx

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mskpjb

It's so good to hear such a success story. You'll be giving a lot of hope to those waiting for this procedure. Enjoy ! Sheila x

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Hacienda

Thank You Sheila, I do know there are quite a few Friends on here waiting. Good luck to everyone waiting for Valves. Also like me, for a Double Lung Transplant. xxxx

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Susan1200

That's great ,I am so happy for you 🎶

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Hacienda in reply to Susan1200

Thank you so much Susan. XXX

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casper99

I'm delighted to read such a positive post. Enjoy every single breath easier day xx

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Hacienda in reply to casper99

Thank you so much casper99, Keeping Positive is the only way...XXXXXX

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kapre

hi hacienda i have had 5 valves put in one of my lungs, i thank god every day its amazingas copd is not the only health problem, those wonderful doctors at southampton hospital i cannot thank them enough they have changed my life , I was really depressed so it is great my husband and i have been together for 50 years and we have gone through so much to gether and if it was not for the really wonderful NHS i do not think either of us would be around so cheers to the NHS

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Hacienda

Hi Kapre,

What wonderful News to inspire us all. Yes, I agree the wonderful NHS and The Consultants and Nurses. How long ago did you have them ? I have been told they will Last for 2 years, they assessed me to have them as I am waiting Lung Transplant (listed 2 years now ). So, if I become one of the Numbers waiting too long on the List, They can replace the Valves. Wow, you have been with your Hubby 50 Years that is amazing, Congratulations . Please , carry on living a wonderful Life and please keep us all updated to inspire all our friends on here waiting for Valves.. Bless you. Love n hugs to you Both. xxxxxxx Carolina xxxx

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Stumpy55

I'm so happy for you, wishing you everything you wish for yourself. God Bless you. ✋️😉xx

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Hacienda in reply to Stumpy55

Hi Hun, Thank you so Much xxxxx

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Harry13

I'm so Happy for you Hacienda. It must feel like all your Birthday's have come at once. long may it last for you. xxx

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Hacienda in reply to Harry13

Thank You Harry, Yes making the most of them. xxx

Glad you do xxx

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Hacienda in reply to

Hola Fran, Trying to catch up on everyone's Posts, just read yours with Brave Anne. So your not home Yet. It will be Difficult Leaving your Mama, and she will miss you immensely. I do hope your not suffering in this Heat. Tomorrow starts a new week, so lets hope everyone is feeling better and the Heat cools down a bit. me voy por un Tassa de Te.

Abrazos Fran, Muy Grande y Besitos. xxxx

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breatheeasy1

Me alegro muchisimo Carolina, que te sientes mejor. You have cheered me up no end 😊. Thanks for posting such a positive post and I'm so pleased things are looking up for you 💕💗

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Hacienda in reply to breatheeasy1

Gracias mi Amor, You sound Cheerful Anne, hope your Feeling Better Carino, Yes, apart from the Heat today, I am doing very well. I go and see my Consultant On Wednesday, X Ray, Bloods, Lung Function. All Positive I'm sure. Lots to plan ahead. Abrazos y Besos a ti y to Hijas. xxxxxx

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Nicholatracy

Great to hear they are working so well. 🌸

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Hacienda in reply to Nicholatracy

Thank you so much Hun. xxxxx

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Dedalus

That's wonderful - so happy for you xx

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Hacienda in reply to Dedalus

Thank you Dedalus. XXX

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Offcut

Great hear of the improvement

Be well

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Hacienda in reply to Offcut

Thank you offcut xxxx

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Izb1

Fantastic news Hacienda, am so very pleased to hear this good news. Enjoy every moment xxx

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Hacienda in reply to Izb1

Thank you Hun xxxxx

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soulboy118

Im made up for you , congratulations 😁

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Hacienda in reply to soulboy118

Thanks Hun. XXX

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Hacienda in reply to soulboy118

Hi Dave, jus looked at your Profile. Have you been assessed yet for the Transplant List? forgive me if I've missed any news. Good Luck, I'm on the List for QE Birmingham. xxx

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soulboy118

Im beginning to feel like the black sheep of the family its been nearly 3 months now since my consultant wrote to the hospital and still no reply .i see my doc on 27th of this month so i will voice my displeasure at the slow progress of my case .im glad your loving your new " bling"

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Hacienda in reply to soulboy118

Hi Dave, I do Remember it took quite a few Months(3/4) after My Consultant contacted the QE, before I was called to have a 4 day Assessment. I teamed up with another Lady also for transplant, she was Listed straight away,(had her TX 6 weeks after Assessment) whereas I had a Nodule on my Lung so had to wait another 2 months before another scan was done, once the Nodule had proved not to be anything bad, I then had to wait till they had their Surgeon/Doctor meeting to re-assess me. Luckily I was put on the List June 2016, I had the first Assessment February 2016. So, it can take a bit more time, be Patient, I'm sure they will contact you for your Assessment when they have everything Ready. Good News is My Assessment friend is Doing very well with her Lungs, we have always kept in touch. Good Luck, Keep us all updated Dave... Carolina XXX

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soulboy118

Thanks hacienda , your reply makes me feel better i realise with wiating kists as they are these things take time but as you can appreciate we can get impatient, im really happy your improving and feeling more relaxed and confident , stay strong and breath easy x

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billparks

What did the doctors install on you

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Jules1616

Hi I'm trying to find information on the valves as much as possible I really would like my boyfriend to be able to get them he cannot do the lung volume reduction surgery because it's to spread throughout his lungs the damage but I do want to check into the valves is it even approved for the United States yet and if so where

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Hacienda in reply to Jules1616

Hi, Jules, I am pretty sure they have just been passed in the USA. Your Boyfriend would have to see His Lung Consultant. Not everyone can have them, depends on the Deterioration and Scarring. His Consultant can advise you Both. Good Luck Hun. xxx

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Jules1616

Thank you it's worth looking into I know he's not a candidate for lung volume reduction surgery because of his sporadically spread through his lungs but hopefully maybe the valves will be different as to whether or not he's eligible

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Help_61

How many did you have inserted and did you have to have no mucus on your chest

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Hacienda

Morning Hun, I had 4 valves that worked for 9 Months, alas, I am now waiting to have them "Washed" or new ones inserted. My Consultant is now on Holiday, so Ill have to wait. will update when it happens.

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