Joe's Pulmonary tests today

[Nancy]

Joe had his first testing with the new pulmonary hypertension specialist.

He had a pulmonary function test and a 6 minute walk test.

The tech was mentioning that the last time a pulmonary function test was done, he had been in the hospital 2 days. This was at the beginning of his month long hospital stay a little over a year ago. At that time he was close to death from several severe problems, cardiac, pulmonary and systemic. The tech in looking at the notes, said that his breathing was so bad they couldn't even measure it because he couldn't do the test, couldn't even attempt a walking test and at that time he was a very, very ill man.

Today he was able to move right along and complete the walking test and was able to complete the breathing test. He'll probably still have some pulmonary problems because he's had 2 lung surgeries, but he is SO much better and SO much healthier than last year at this time. At home he can do a mile on the treadmill without any problem.

It really is quite amazing, and quite emotional for me. How close he came, and how far he's come.

 

[Raverlaw]

Nancy,

So many of my friends have expressed something like admiration to me for "pulling through" OHS so well and quickly. But I know better... from my time here on VR I've "met" people like your Joe, Ross, Gina, etc. who have had so many problems and multiple surgeries. I feel like a piker.

Congratulations to Joe for doing so well in the face of so much adversity; congratulations to you for being such a good caregiver to him!

And thanks for the wealth of knowledge and experience you birng to VR and share with such compassion.

Bless you both.

 

[Christina L]

That is such great news, Nancy. I know now why you and Joe live one day at a time (and very well I may add) - you both are an inspiration to me. Life can be wonderful no matter what our problems are.

Best wishes to Joe and to you! May his health continue to improve steadily and next time on the treadmill he may be running!!

Christina L.

 

[Creed3]

Nancy!
That is such good news. I am so glad to hear that Joe is doing so well. I stop and think sometimes about how the two of you have such a special and wonderful relationship. You truely are both an inspiration to me. I must also thank you Nancy for all that you do for everyone here at vr.com. You are truely a blessing. I hope Joe's health continues to improve.

Take Care!
Gail

 

[Ross]

Give that man a hug for me will ya? I cannot even begin to tell you what your tenacity and his rebounds have meant to me. Heck if I could, I'd give you and Joe a hug together. Your both quite a team.

 

[mike anthony]

Nancy,

It's all been said, I love reading your posts. It's amazing what Joe has been through and you just keeping sharing you wealth of knowledge to us all. I know I don't post much, but I do read what is going on. Thank you.

 

[Marvin]

Nancy

Glad to here that Joe is doing so well. I am sure this is a big victory in all that you both have been though. I to would like to thank you for all the information you have given on here. Even though Marvin and I are still new members we feel we get to know you and others on here by all your posts. Congrats again to Joe.

 

[labguides]

Congrats to Joe (and to you). I got goosebumps reading how far he has come in the last year -- and his success on the treadmill. You must be a very happy wife.

 

[Bryan B]

That's awesome news Nancy. And all I can do is reiterate what others have said. Your advice and comforting posts have meant the world to me. Give Joe 2 thumbs up from me!

 

[Tony]

Nancy,

Your good news inspires us all!

 

[KimC]

Nancy & Joe --

I am so happy for you! You're definitely an inspiration to us all.

God bless and stay well,

 

[bethanne]

Good news for two very deserving people. Many of us appreciate your wisdom and your willingness to share your experiences purposed to help all of us. I am glad to see that goodness you give to others is coming back to you....

Three Cheers!

 

[Karlynn]

Nancy,
What wonderful news. God bless you both for your perseverance and your unwillingness to give up. You are both an inspiration.

 

[epstns]

WAY TO GO, JOE! (And Nancy, too, of course.)

Nancy, I'm forever encouraged by your ability to deal with adversities that would probably overcome others. That you and Joe continue to enjoy life is truly a wonderful thing.

Thank you for all the knowledge you so freely share -- both the technical and the "life experiences" that make it so much easier for us to understand what we are going through.

Many happy returns to you both!

 

[EVELYN]

GREAT NEWS, Joe

I definitely think that's something to celebrate----

Mega congrats.

Ev

 

[Georgia]

HOORAY FOR JOE AND NANCY

HOORAY FOR JOE AND NANCY

Congrats - what a difference a year makes, eh?

I'm so happy for the two of you - hope you go out and celebrate.

 

[Glenda]

Yeah! Prayers are answered. I'm so glad for both of you. I love to read your posts. You are so knowledgeable. Tell Joe to just keep improving.

 

[catwoman]

Nancy:

What wonderful news! Like Labguides, I got goosebumps reading your news. I have admired your dedication to and love for Joe. You're a role model for the rest of us, whether we're the heart patient or the significant other, or whatever the situation we're in.

 

[2hartsas1]

NANCY

NANCY

Honey you really touched my heart with your words.
As you can well imagine.....I am hoping for big changes for the better with my Victor. So, once again, I see....it CAN be done!!!
Your strength amazes me. As does Joes!!!!
~Shirley (& Victor)

 

[Heather Fisher]

I am so happy for you. You take such good care of him, how can he not do well? Keep it up! Hope you guys can celebrate with a good low salt meal!!!
Heather