Maryanne,
It's wonderful to know Joel is doing so much better. As for the shortness of breath, does he have a pumonologist he sees regularly? Mike sees his pulmonologist on a regular basis and he has him go through tests to check his lung function on each visit. There are classes offered to help patients with rehabilitation and functioning with less lung function, as well. I also would like to say that only two months after a lobectomy, I'm sure it will take time to regain strength and lung function. When Mike had his pneumonectomy it took months to gradually build up his strength. These are all things that the oncologist doesn't get involved in, but his pulmonologist takes care of. Again, things sure sound like they are improving and I'm so happy to hear all your good news..
(((Hugs))),
Sue