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Here's to Your Health:  off to see the lung doc today  |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
 Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 10:51:57 AM
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After a long wait to get in I have my appt with the lung doctor up north today. I feel fine right now so it is hard to make myself go. I am home for an hour just until the little girl I babysit for gets picked up (took all the kids to swimming lessons this morning) at 12:30 then I am off by myself. I do look forward to treating myself to a stop at Good Earth and maybe a good thrift store if there is time. We will see. I can maybe stop at CalRanch for a new halter for Mona too. She deserves a treat today after her baby leaving home yesterday, right??
I really don't expect there to be any big news on stuff I can do right now for the emphysema but it will be good, I guess to have a baseline visit. I hate going to the doctor. Dosn't make me nervous, just irritated that I am wasting time.
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
http://www.auntjennysworld.blogspot.com/ visit my little online shop at www.auntjenny.etsy.com |
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mommom
True Blue Farmgirl
854 Posts
Susan
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
USA
854 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 11:44:14 AM
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| I'm sorry, Aunt Jenny, but I wasn't aware you had emphysema. I sure pray that your drs. visit goes smooth and with good news. AND, I hope you have time to do some "shopping." Let us know how it goes, okay? Susan |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22937 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22937 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 11:47:50 AM
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Jenny- I am hoping that they have good news for you- or at least something to keep the Emphysema at a minimum. *hugs!* I will be thinking about you today!
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for typing, one hand to hold Nora! |
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Utahfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1940 Posts
Portland
Oregon
USA
1940 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 12:31:46 PM
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Jenny, emphysema? I didn't know! Well here we go again, another challenge for you to triumph over. And we know you will. Let me know if you need me to tell you about the color therapy again. Will work on you every night at prayer time until you can write and say, "It's gone!"
In the meantime, happy shopping. Let us know if you find anything wonderful!
Love,
Patricia
check out my etsy site http://ThePlayfulFarmgirl.etsy.com
Take me home, country roads |
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Amie C.
True Blue Farmgirl
2099 Posts
Finger Lakes Region
NY
2099 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 1:53:47 PM
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| Hi, Aunt Jenny. I didn't know you had emphysema. So does my uncle in Phoenix. He was doing quite badly when we visited in March, but I just heard that he's doing much better now on an Advair inhaler. Just a thought, if your doctor mentions it...Hope your appointment goes well. |
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
3890 Posts |
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Phils Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
1095 Posts
Ann
Parsonsburg
Maryland
USA
1095 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 2:08:01 PM
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Wow, Jenny. I didn't know either. I'm praying for you! Meanwhile, it's great that you feel okay at this time, so happy shopping!
Ann
Sairy Hill Thicket
There is a Redeemer. |
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Tina Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
6948 Posts
Tina
sunshine state
FL
USA
6948 Posts |
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Miss Bee Haven
True Blue Farmgirl
4331 Posts
Janice
Louisville/Irvington
Kentucky
USA
4331 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 2:25:20 PM
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Hope the doctor has positive things to say. Let us know how it went. I hope you got to thrift shop, too. Did Mona get her new halter?
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?" - 'Brother Dave' Gardner |
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Marybeth
True Blue Farmgirl
6418 Posts
Mary Beth
Stanwood
Wa 98292
USA
6418 Posts |
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Kathie
True Blue Farmgirl
2436 Posts
Kathie
Thonotosassa
Florida
USA
2436 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 3:29:48 PM
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Jenny..
Been thinking about you all afternoon..wishing all the best i could think of.. & hoping to hear some good news from you today Sweetie..
In a World Where you Can Be Anything, Be Yourself.. |
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MzzBee
Farmgirl in Training
12 Posts
Rebecca
VA
USA
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Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 3:50:37 PM
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Hey, Jenny,
Good luck with your Dr's appt. Isn't body maintainance a drag?! Those Farmgirls of us, of a certain age, have a few challenges in front of us, but just look at what we left behind. You have the right spirit, Jenny,and I know you can do it. Look that Jr Dr in the eye (why are Doctors so young?), and tell him to make it quick cuz you've got some serious shopping to do.
 Rebecca
"Don't wear perfume in the garden... unless you want to be pollinated by bees." (Anne Raver) |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 4:52:38 PM
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Jenny - I hate the doctor, too. Hate it!! But I know your postive attitude and your loving family, and your little shopping jaunt will make the day seem okay as you fgo to sleep tongiht.
Thinking of and praying for you and by the way, I sent the stocking kit today.
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 9:04:33 PM
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Well, things went pretty well at the doctor..he WAS awfully young, but very nice and sure did spend a long time talking to me...longer than any doctor I have been to EVER. He ordered a bunch of stupid tests so I have to do all that (Sleep study thing, high resolution CT scan and a full pulmonary function something) we got it coordinated (3 different places!!! ) all in one day so even though I will have to spend the night up in Provo for the sleep study it will only be one trip up there. Still..jeesh!
But..he said it is quite possible that it isn't emphysema at all, but COPD (Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) or that and asthma with it, which still dosn't sound good, but sounds better to me. He said he really thinks I have sleep apnea and that could well be what is causing my high blood pressure. Makes sense I guess. Anyway..I will get answers I guess. He said after these tests he will know for sure.
I didn't get to do very much shopping..just the new red halter for Mona and a cute red farmgirl tee shirt for me at Cal Ranch. I will have to post a picture of it on my blog..just perfect. I forgot the paperwork I needed to take the the doc with me and didn't notice until 1/2 hour away from home. I had to turn around and go BACK to get it ...so that ate another hour up. I was tired by the time I got done at the doctor so I just went to cal ranch and then ate quickly at taco bell..which I am sorry for about now..haha...and headed home. Steve was nice enough to milk for me tonight...so Mona gets her new halter in the morning.
I have to go for all those tests on the 25th of this month. Meanwhile I plan to go fishing..haha. Tomorrow I am going to be happy to be HOME.
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
http://www.auntjennysworld.blogspot.com/ visit my little online shop at www.auntjenny.etsy.com |
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therusticcottage
True Blue Farmgirl
4439 Posts
Kay
Vancouver
WA
USA
4439 Posts |
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Marybeth
True Blue Farmgirl
6418 Posts
Mary Beth
Stanwood
Wa 98292
USA
6418 Posts |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22937 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22937 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 9:39:48 PM
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Jenny- I sure hope you don't have Emphysema! I hope all your tests come back better! I know running through all those tests isn't any fun, but I am glad you are taking care of it!
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for typing, one hand to hold Nora! |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 9:50:25 PM
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I really got the feeling that this doctor was ticked off that my doctor jumped the gun and told me what she assumed it was before a specialist looked at my test results and stuff. He did say that it COULD still be that, but I am sure hoping now that it isn't!! Wouldn't that be cool? It will be nice to know for sure. I have just decided not to worry about any of it until I have to. I have better things to do!!
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
http://www.auntjennysworld.blogspot.com/ visit my little online shop at www.auntjenny.etsy.com |
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
4033 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 10:45:40 PM
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Jenny,
So glad that your specialist paid attention and that he is double checking. Tests are a pain, but they will help them know exactly what is going on, that is a good thing.
Enjoy fishing!!!!!!!
Carol Sue
Enjoying the moments. |
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Maryjane Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
2195 Posts
Maryjane
CA
USA
2195 Posts |
Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 10:58:45 PM
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Thinking of you Jenny and will keep you in my prayers. XOXOXOXOX...
Hugs,
Maryjane Lee
The Beehive Cottage~
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Edited by - Maryjane Lee on Jul 09 2007 10:59:25 PM |
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nut4fabric
True Blue Farmgirl
885 Posts
Kathy
Morgan Hill
CA
USA
885 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2007 : 09:24:03 AM
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Jenny I had no idea that you were having lung issues. Last year I went through a whole battery of tests for a similar problem and it turns out to be just asthma. I did all those lung function tests and they weren't bad except when I had to be closed up in this tiny booth thing, I don't like small closed in spaces. Anyway my thoughts and prayers are with you
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sherone_13
True Blue Farmgirl
2460 Posts
Sherone
Evanston
WY
USA
2460 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2007 : 09:51:40 AM
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I love Cal Ranch and I love Provo, but I don't love the fact that you might have COPD. My Mom has it, (smoked for 35 years) and she is suffering right now with all the smoke. (She lives in Richfield) If I were there, I'd give you a big hug and tell you that it will be okay, Okay?
Hugs,
Sherone
www.taylorscountrystore.etsy.com
http://sheronesgarden.tripod.com/
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2007 : 12:07:56 PM
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Glad to hear your news. Sounds like a good young doctor. Hope the tests go well, and that you can have a smoother day that day. I know what you mean about being glad just to be at home! I have felt that way before. Enjoy!
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2007 : 12:09:22 PM
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Oh Sherone..I bet she really is suffering..we still are hazy here and we are an hour north of her! This fire is just scary!! If you go down to visit her some time be sure to stop in here! I would love to meet you!
About the lung stuff..I have a hard time not being really irritated that I am the ONLY one in my family I grew up in who never did smoke and I am the one who gets this! Second hand smoke is really as bad as they say!
Kathy...glad yours was just asthma. (just!!) sounds bad enough though!! I havn't had the test with the tiny booth yet so that must be one of the ones coming up.
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
http://www.auntjennysworld.blogspot.com/ visit my little online shop at www.auntjenny.etsy.com |
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MzzBee
Farmgirl in Training
12 Posts
Rebecca
VA
USA
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Posted - Jul 10 2007 : 1:46:54 PM
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Hi, Jenny,
Glad your "Jr Dr's" appt went well. It would be great if he is right and you don't have emphysema because I think sleep apnea is much more controlable. At least you've started the process and just need to do a bit more testing to find out (easy for me to say!). At least you have the farm to go back to...such a blessing.
Thinking of you.
"Don't wear perfume in the garden... unless you want to be pollinated by bees." (Anne Raver) |
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Phils Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
1095 Posts
Ann
Parsonsburg
Maryland
USA
1095 Posts |
Posted - Jul 10 2007 : 1:47:04 PM
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I'm glad your doctor doesn't expect emphysema. Also that the tests are all scheduled for the same day. I'm praying for you....
Ann
Sairy Hill Thicket
There is a Redeemer. |
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Here's to Your Health: off to see the lung doc today |
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off to see the lung doc today
