bobmc Posted March 9, 2004 Share Posted March 9, 2004 Oh well, live and learn, Managed to take a turn for the worse and wound up with some severe breathing problems in Costa Rica, Sat. night was spent in the Hospital there and dx.ed with pneumonia. A bit scary, I must say. I managed to get a flight into JFK and got right to a Jersey Hospital on Mon. AM, Seems that, I'm aspirating fluid from the stomach into the lung causing the the quick onset of problems. Seeing, a gastric specialist next. I have also seen my pulmonologist, med. onc. and GP today, so gettin some answer's and guess things are just the way there suppost to be right now. I'm trying to work a lap top from the Hospital, and my skills at this are not the best but will try to get on chat tonight. No regrets, time to heal up for golf. God bless and be well! Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 MRI's taken 12/18/03 - 2 brain mets found- named em Frick & Frack PET taken 1/5 - hot spot in mediastinum May be cancer?? "Absolutely insist on enjoying life today!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angie Daughter of Bill Posted March 9, 2004 Share Posted March 9, 2004 My goodness! Take care of yourself.........wouldn't want anything to get in the way of golf! Hope you are feeling better soon. Angie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanCarl Posted March 9, 2004 Share Posted March 9, 2004 Bob ..... YOU STOP THAT RIGHT NOW!!!! Jeez ..... I'm sorry to hear about all the problems but glad you made it "home" safe and somewhat sound. Hoping for a quick recovery and also hoping to see you on the chat this evening. Dean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted March 9, 2004 Share Posted March 9, 2004 Rats, Bob! Sorry your Costa Rica vacation had to include this setback. I was hoping it would be a break for you to enjoy. Please take care of yourself, buddy. Prayers for you. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted March 9, 2004 Share Posted March 9, 2004 Welcome Home Bob?????????????????? Yes, I do mean WELCOME HOME! Oh Bob, I can't believe all this is happening to you! So, other then the fact that we know what's going on with you, how are ALL your DOCTOR'S????? Wow, you got to see them ALL!! Just think of all those that can't even find ONE that's half assed good!!! I sure hope your up and around real soon. Yes, in time for GOLF!! Set your GOALS my friend and kick up your heals and put on those golf shoes and away you go! ((((((((((((((BOB))))))))))))) GET WELL SOON! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelliemacs Posted March 9, 2004 Share Posted March 9, 2004 umm, stop doing that appriating thing ok. some good antibiotics should get you back on yer feet in no time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted March 9, 2004 Share Posted March 9, 2004 Bob, Sorry your vacation was cut short..Glad you made it home safe and sound... Take it easy and get well..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natalie Posted March 9, 2004 Share Posted March 9, 2004 Bob, I'm so sorry that your vacation was cut short! I'm glad that you were able to get good care and are now working on getting back on your feet. I hope you have a quick recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted March 9, 2004 Share Posted March 9, 2004 Hey bobmc, Sorry you and airplanes and pressure didn't mix well. Keep your lungs as clean as your swing, and maybe Costa Rica on your next pass.... kidding aside, glad you got home in one piece and got things taken care of. Things turned out well, considering where you were and what was going on. Speedy recovery, XOXOX MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy RN Posted March 9, 2004 Share Posted March 9, 2004 Costa Rica HUH?? Glad you were able to get back here! Maybe you could put up a new pic from there and make me even more jealous! YOU get better!! Love Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBone Posted March 9, 2004 Share Posted March 9, 2004 Welcome back Bob.I am glad you got to make the trip but so sorry it turned out that way.I hope you did get to fish at least.I had a bad case of pneumonia while working in southern Mexico in the 80's and almost waited too long to try to get home.Glad you did things in a hurry.It is bad to be stranded and sick.Sounds like your doctors come when you beckon.That is a good thing.Praying for a quick recovery for you.TBone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted March 9, 2004 Share Posted March 9, 2004 Bob, Sorry to hear that you took an UNexpected side trip during your vacation. Looking forward to chatting with you later. You are in my thoughts. Elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Posted March 9, 2004 Share Posted March 9, 2004 Alright now, We cant have you laid up in some other country!!!! Laptops are hard to use anywhere you are.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MO_Sugar Posted March 9, 2004 Share Posted March 9, 2004 Welcome home. Sorry you had to come home early but glad they caught it and it soubds like you are on the mend! Prayers for a speedy recovery! Remember, I work at a resort with 2 great golf courses (16 in a 30 mile radius) if you want to come play! God Bless, MO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted March 10, 2004 Share Posted March 10, 2004 Bob, I think it is really crappe to get sick when you are not home and especially in another country. Glad you are home and hope you are felling better real soon. Ginny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyS Posted March 10, 2004 Share Posted March 10, 2004 What could possibly be the benefits of landing in the hospital after a trip? #1 - Pictures will be ready before you get out #2 - Wife has to do ALL the unpacking and laundry #3 - House won't have that "empty" feel by the time you get there #4 - MORE great stories to tell! Now cut this crap out and get well! Hugs and prayers, SandyS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted March 10, 2004 Share Posted March 10, 2004 Bob, I'm very sorry that you ended up with aspiration pneumonia...I've done that one a few times and it is definitely NO FUN. Hope you are out of the hospital and back home again very soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluebayou Posted March 10, 2004 Share Posted March 10, 2004 Shame about having to cut the trip short but sounds like you'll be none the worse for it!! You are such a determined fellow Bob that it's impossible for me to envisage you down at all!! Be Well and Be Good.. Regards, Francine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted March 10, 2004 Share Posted March 10, 2004 Bob, I am so sorry your vacation was interrupted but so thankful that you were able to get home quickly. I guess I am "chicken" because I am afraid to go to a foreign country since lc entered my life, tho' still cruise and that can be risky. My pulmonary doctor has me on "the purple pill" due to gastric reflux which he says if it is bad enough to make me hoarse (it does) then it is bound to get into the lung. Maybe you should take Mo up on her suggestion. Don't give up on a great vacation. You have such a positive attitude. Prayers for a quick recovry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted March 10, 2004 Share Posted March 10, 2004 Bob, Bob, Bob what are we going to do with you? I hope you at least had a few minutes in the hammock . Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaret Posted March 10, 2004 Share Posted March 10, 2004 Get well immediately so we can learn of your next adventure. Peace, Margaret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn Posted March 10, 2004 Share Posted March 10, 2004 Bob, Sorry about the trip, but glad you're back safely. Sending my best wishes for a speedy recovery... Lynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted March 10, 2004 Share Posted March 10, 2004 Hi Bob, I was wondering about you and your trip. So sorry that it had to end that way! Here's praying that things improve very soon. Blessings to you, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betplace Posted March 10, 2004 Share Posted March 10, 2004 Bob, At least you made it home to us safe and somewhat sound! Sorry your trip was cut short. Take care of yourself Blessings Betty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debi Posted March 11, 2004 Share Posted March 11, 2004 Okay Bob..that'll teach you to leave the country without me!!! Seriously, please keep us posted. Glad you made it back and I hope you are out there golfing in no time (even if its the most boring game in the world!) Do you need any chickens???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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