Copd, pulmonary fibrosis, mac bacterial infection and honeycomb lung

Posted by tmmmrlts @tmmmrlts, Jan 7, 2019

My husband has been diagnosed with all four of these and I just want to understand more about what is to be expected. And what I can do to help.

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Merry, Alumni Mentor | @merpreb | Apr 21, 2019

In reply to @tmmmrlts "@merpreb Progressive pulmonary care unit, they say they will check into it, then they still dont..." + (show)

@tmmmrlts- Thank you. That's horrible that PT is not working with your husband.
I'm glad that you are getting some rest. Have you spoken with his doctor about that. What did he prescribe?

alamogal635 | @alamogal635 | Apr 21, 2019

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Thank you--didn't know. Will not try and post again. My apologies.

tmmmrlts | @tmmmrlts | Apr 23, 2019

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@almoga635
My apologies if I have offended you I didn't mean to I appreciate any help I can get. Or suggestions. He walked 1500 feet yesterday and did the pedals. Yes I talked to the dr Physical therapy doesn't work on sundays but they should of showed up on Saturday.

tmmmrlts | @tmmmrlts | Apr 23, 2019

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@merpreb
This makes day 26 in the hospital. He is still on 15 with the rebreather mask with activity. At rest he is at 4.

Merry, Alumni Mentor | @merpreb | Apr 23, 2019

@tmmmrlts- That's an improvement! Have you spoken to his doctor about long term prognosis? What will happen when he's discharged?

alamogal635 | @alamogal635 | Apr 23, 2019

In reply to @tmmmrlts "@almoga635 My apologies if I have offended you I didn't mean to I appreciate any help..." + (show)

@tmmmrlts In no way did you offend me. I though I'd interfered in a private conversation where I had no business. I"m glad he walked 1500 feet. Again, I"m sorry to have banged into something private. I"m learning my way around.

tmmmrlts | @tmmmrlts | Apr 26, 2019

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It's not private and I thank you for your input I always try and tag the person that I am answering question for

tmmmrlts | @tmmmrlts | Apr 26, 2019

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Yes I have spoken to dr if they cant get him off oxygen completely he will have to wear it at home. They will continue the antibiotics until the cultures come back neg and he at least has to be on it for 18mo. Then if it comes back he will have to take it the rest of his life.

alamogal635 | @alamogal635 | Apr 26, 2019

In reply to @tmmmrlts "@almoga635 My apologies if I have offended you I didn't mean to I appreciate any help..." + (show)

You have NOT offended me. DOn't worry about it. We are all in on way or another here, dealing with tough situations and express our feelings. Quite normal. I wish you the best with all you are handling.

tmmmrlts | @tmmmrlts | May 8, 2019

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Day 42 they told us that his inflammation is slightly better. The honeycomb in his bottom lobes has worsened since January. They said this mac bacterial infection is a tough one to fight. They are wanting him stronger and more nourished. The oxygen is dropping in the lower 80's sometimes even at rest. He is still using the nonrebreather on 15 part time. Other times hes using 8 or 10 and 15 on nose cannula.
I'm just praying for the best.

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