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Paralyzed Diaphragm

Posted by giller198 @giller198, Jul 3, 2018

My name is John and I was diagnosed this past January with a paralyzed right diaphragm. Phrenic nerve damage has been ruled out because of the amount of time between my heart valve surgery and when this started. I still cannot figure how this happened, I have a couple of ideas but nothing conclusive. I have seen two pulmonary doctors and both say there is a surgical procedure that can be done but no guarantee that it will work. I would like to know if anyone out there has been diagnosed with a paralyzed diaphragm and if they had it fixed.

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Apr 16, 2019
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@usmccam

@hopeful33250

I know of the movie but I do not watch any war flicks. However, I knew Desmond personally and was familiar with his tribulations during his service. He was a good man. Out of respect, I attended his funeral in Piedmont and his internment in Chatanooga in 2006. Thanks for sharing.

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@usmccam I watched the movie, but it was difficult to watch. The reality of war was certainly "front and center." I can understand why you would not want to watch it. It was quite an amazing story of someone who wanted to help and became a hero in the most unique way.

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usmccam | @usmccam | Apr 16, 2019
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@johnbishop

@usmccam, that is striking! I'm sure the Navy Vet really appreciated your work on the prosthetic cover. As a Vet who has been on both sides of enlisted and being an officer I think you probably have heard a lot of sea stories. I wrote a speech for my Toastmasters club a few years ago with a sea story from the first ship I was on the USS Herbert J. Thomas DDR-833 that I think you might enjoy - The Day I Lost My Good Conduct Medal.

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Fantastic story, excellently done. I was messing around with your story and made this for you out of what I gleaned from your posts to me. Hope you like it. Take care John.
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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Apr 16, 2019
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Fantastic story, excellently done. I was messing around with your story and made this for you out of what I gleaned from your posts to me. Hope you like it. Take care John.

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@usmccam I love it!! Thank you.

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Jennifer, Volunteer Mentor | @jenniferhunter | Apr 16, 2019
In reply to @usmccam "Fantastic story, excellently done. I was messing around with your story and made this for you..." + (show)
@usmccam

Fantastic story, excellently done. I was messing around with your story and made this for you out of what I gleaned from your posts to me. Hope you like it. Take care John.

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@usmccam WOW! What a nice thing to do for John, and I love seeing your new profile picture! I'm glad you're able to do this today. This kind of makes me think of my dad's old pictures of the ships he was on.

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Terri Martin, Volunteer Mentor | @windwalker | Apr 16, 2019
In reply to @usmccam "Fantastic story, excellently done. I was messing around with your story and made this for you..." + (show)
@usmccam

Fantastic story, excellently done. I was messing around with your story and made this for you out of what I gleaned from your posts to me. Hope you like it. Take care John.

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@usmccam What a nice gift this is to John. Knowing him, he will dowload it and print it. I like your new profile pic, you are a very handsome guy. I am till in Florida. Have not gone fishing yet because it has been on the breezy side. I have never had any luck fishing in breezy conditions. Might have to settle for a nice seafood dinner out somewhere. I may not post daily, but I think of you daily. I hope you are doing alright.

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thankful | @thankful | Apr 16, 2019
In reply to @johnbishop "@usmccam, that is striking! I'm sure the Navy Vet really appreciated your work on the prosthetic..." + (show)
@johnbishop

@usmccam, that is striking! I'm sure the Navy Vet really appreciated your work on the prosthetic cover. As a Vet who has been on both sides of enlisted and being an officer I think you probably have heard a lot of sea stories. I wrote a speech for my Toastmasters club a few years ago with a sea story from the first ship I was on the USS Herbert J. Thomas DDR-833 that I think you might enjoy - The Day I Lost My Good Conduct Medal.

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@johnbishop- I've heard several stories about losing their good conduct medal, but this was the funnist one! I hope your Tostmasters group gave you a good pat on the back for that one John! Jim @thankful

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Terri Martin, Volunteer Mentor | @windwalker | Apr 16, 2019
In reply to @johnbishop "@usmccam, that is striking! I'm sure the Navy Vet really appreciated your work on the prosthetic..." + (show)
@johnbishop

@usmccam, that is striking! I'm sure the Navy Vet really appreciated your work on the prosthetic cover. As a Vet who has been on both sides of enlisted and being an officer I think you probably have heard a lot of sea stories. I wrote a speech for my Toastmasters club a few years ago with a sea story from the first ship I was on the USS Herbert J. Thomas DDR-833 that I think you might enjoy - The Day I Lost My Good Conduct Medal.

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@johnbishop Hi John. Read your sea story, you trouble-maker!

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Terri Martin, Volunteer Mentor | @windwalker | Apr 16, 2019
In reply to @usmccam "@hopeful33250 I know of the movie but I do not watch any war flicks. However, I..." + (show)
@usmccam

@hopeful33250

I know of the movie but I do not watch any war flicks. However, I knew Desmond personally and was familiar with his tribulations during his service. He was a good man. Out of respect, I attended his funeral in Piedmont and his internment in Chatanooga in 2006. Thanks for sharing.

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@usmccam Hi. That is awesome that you knew Desmond.

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thankful | @thankful | Apr 16, 2019
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@usmccam

@alamogal635

Thank you for your praise and kindness. However, I am exactly like every person who has earned the right to be called Marine. I was no better or worse. The only difference was actually situational. In my 28 year career, I went from taking orders as a Private to giving orders as a Colonel. Regardless of rank, however, I always conducted my self as a Marine even in civilian life after discharge. The old adage "Once a Marine -- Always a Marine" is very true and I thank you for your respect. That being said, I am part of a large Brotherhood and nothing special as an individual. The true heroes are those who never made it home. I fought to survive in several conflicts and, presently, I am still fighting to survive. The battle may be different now but survival is the key for this Marine. So glad to hear that your checks have been good and I hope that you will continue to stay that way. This year is flying by so fast. Summer is almost here. If things go my way, maybe I can get them to wheel me out to the solarium so I can enjoy a little bit of it. We will see. Please take care. hugs and prayers to you as well.

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@usmccam- Oorah Sir! Sorry to hear what you have been up against lately, but hoping you get your wishes about getting out into the solarium! All my respect to you sir as you take on this next battle. I deeply respect you for your service to our country!
Jim @thankful

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Merry, Alumni Mentor | @merpreb | Apr 17, 2019

Good morning @usmccam- Sun is shinning in RI today. Are you at Reed? I don't remember that you named the hospital that is taking care of you. It sounds as if you have rebounded a little. What a relief, eh? The solarium sounds like a great place to warm up and soak up the sun's energy.

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