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Lung Health | Last Active: Feb 24, 2023 | Replies (15)
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Hi,
Just an update. This past Sat. I got a call they had lungs for me, but it didn’t work out:(
They call it a dry run,
I went to hospital 10 pm., they told me surgery would be at 12 noon on Sunday. I was excited, nervous but so tired since I didn’t sleep at all in hospital with all the tests and interruptions.
Dr. came in at 11:30 am and said it was a no, donor’s lungs inflamed. I cried not just for me but for the donor and their family. Dr. explained of course they only want the healthiest of lungs. I’m so grateful we live in a country with excellent surgeons! I’m in Los Angeles.
I’m at least prepared for the next call!!
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I had my first dry run 2 weeks ago. Same type of deal where I was 30 min from surgery, all prepped with a catheter in my jugular and everything. Lungs had pneumonia. It was disappointing to have to then tell all my family and friends it was a no go. It’s all in God’s time and hands. Prayers for the donor’s family and that you get your lungs soon!