Don Wood Posted August 8, 2003 Share Posted August 8, 2003 Lucie has been coughing and wheezing terribly the last several days. We have been to the regular doctor twice, with meds to try -- no improvement. This morning at 3:30AM, I had to take her to the ER, where they discovered she had pneumonia in her left lung. She is coming along fine and should be home in a few days. I know pneumonia is not unusual for lung cancer people, but I also have several sources on Iressa that say it may have been triggered by the Iressa. We will keep you posted. Things look pretty good right now. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted August 8, 2003 Share Posted August 8, 2003 Oh dear Don, I have read of pneumonia being associated with Iressa. I am praying for Lucie right now................... Blessings to you both, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted August 8, 2003 Share Posted August 8, 2003 So sorry to hear Lucie is in the hospital. I hope she's out soon and feeling better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyd Posted August 8, 2003 Share Posted August 8, 2003 Dear Don, I am so sorry Lucie is in the hospital. It just always seems to be something with this damn disease. I will remember you both in my goodnight prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fresca Posted August 8, 2003 Share Posted August 8, 2003 Hi Don- I am prayign for Lucie too. I am glad things are going well. You bring her home soon okay. Hang tough bud Rana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted August 9, 2003 Share Posted August 9, 2003 Don I am so glad that Lucie is on the mend. Listen to Katie B and get some rest yourself. You sure deserve it. Meanwhile, prayers from me are being sent to both of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Cheryl- Posted August 9, 2003 Share Posted August 9, 2003 Dear Don, Sorry to hear about Lucie. She is a fighter. It sounds like you caught this quick. I imagine you both are pretty exhausted from your ordeal. You are such a diligent careprovider. Lucie is lucky to have you by her side. My prayers are with you both. Chery and Jack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Cheryl Schaefer Posted August 9, 2003 Share Posted August 9, 2003 Just wanted to add my thoughts and best wishes for Lucie's speedy recovery. I agree with the board. Take a little time for yourself right now, knowing she's in good hands. Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted August 9, 2003 Author Share Posted August 9, 2003 CT scan of chest clear. She does have fluid in the left lung, of course. Also her legs were swollen and her blood oxygen low, but she had no clots. So we are still blessed! She wants to come home as fast as she can, and I am with her on that, as long as she is clear of the pneumonia. Take care all. And thanks. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea B. Posted August 9, 2003 Share Posted August 9, 2003 Don, I am so happy to hear the CT scan was clear. I hope Lucie gets some needed rest and the pneumonia clears up soon. You both are always in my prayers. Take care of yourselves. You are wonderful people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted August 9, 2003 Author Share Posted August 9, 2003 The pneumonia is in both lungs and Lucie will be in the hospital one to two weeks. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdaW Posted August 9, 2003 Share Posted August 9, 2003 Dear Don, Please let Lucie know that I am thinking of her and praying for both of you. Love, Ada Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Estelleanna Posted August 9, 2003 Share Posted August 9, 2003 Don So sorry to hear about Lucie!!! But am glad you got help for her & is bding well taken care of!!! Keep us posted on Lucie condition!!! You take care of yourself!!! Don, while she is in the hospital! ((((HUGS))))) Estelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelliemacs Posted August 9, 2003 Share Posted August 9, 2003 don and lucie, please know i am thinking of you both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny G. Posted August 10, 2003 Share Posted August 10, 2003 Don, So sorry to hear about Lucie. It's no fun to be in the hospital. Try to rest and do some things for yourself. I know you'll miss each other and I hope they get this under control and get her back home soon. Jenny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim'sKathy Posted August 10, 2003 Share Posted August 10, 2003 Don- Will be thinking of you and Lucie and saying extra prayers. Hope she is feeling better and as other people have said, please get some rest yourself ( I know easier said than done). Thanks for always being here for me and Tim.. Love to you and Lucie... Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaMRG Posted August 10, 2003 Share Posted August 10, 2003 Don, Im just reading this all today 8/9, Ive been thinking about you and Lucie and will continue to pray for her. You get some rest too! Love and hugs to you both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmaizeinlv Posted August 10, 2003 Share Posted August 10, 2003 Praying for the both of you. I know this will pass and no blood clots is great news! You are always so wonderful about posting encouragment to me, and it means the world to me. Thank you for taking the time. And I know Lucie will beat this thing! Terre Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted August 10, 2003 Share Posted August 10, 2003 Don, We are all praying for the two of you. Blessings to you both, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted August 10, 2003 Share Posted August 10, 2003 Don & Lucie, Prayers have been said for Lucie's recovery and for you to keep up your strength and get some rest. God hears our prayers. God Bless you both Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rinksgal Posted August 10, 2003 Share Posted August 10, 2003 Don, I will say some special prayers for you and Lucie today, I hope Lucie recovers quickly! I know with our loved ones in the hospital sometimes we end up more tired from always being in the hospital. I agree with everyone else, you should try to get some probably much needed rest for yourself right now. If your like me its hard to do sometimes. We tend to forget that we need rest too! After all if we don't take care of ourselves who will take care of our loved ones. I've had many people give me this advice, but I'm not always good at taking time for my own needs! I'm sending lots of good luck your way!!! Take Care!! My Thoughts and Prayers are with you and Lucie!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyS Posted August 10, 2003 Share Posted August 10, 2003 Don - Sorry to hear that Lucie isn't feeling well! My hugs and prayers are with BOTH of you! SandyS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sophia88 Posted August 10, 2003 Share Posted August 10, 2003 Don and Lucie I am saying extra prayers for you today. Sorry to hear about your bout with pneumonia Lucie. Two weeks of hospital food does not sound too appealing...maybe Don could sneak in some real food!!! You two take care and stay strong...blessings!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted August 10, 2003 Share Posted August 10, 2003 Dear Don, I really hope Lucie starts to feel better soon, hospitals are not fun. Hopefully she will be home soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KHK2971 Posted August 10, 2003 Share Posted August 10, 2003 Don - You and Lucie are in my thoughts and prayers. I know she will make it through this and come out stronger in the end. Please take care of yourself, too. We are all pulling for you both. Keep us posted, Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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