This new cough is doing some good, as it is helping me shift some very unpleasent gunge from my system.
I went out for a bit of shopping this afternoon, and managed to get my shopping without feeling like I was going to collapse.
Perhaps the warmer weather's helping?
Anyhow, feeling a lot better today, although still not 100%, it's a big improvement.
This has really opened my eyes to the damage smokers can do to themselves, now, whenever I see youngsters smoking, I want to say to them to think what trouble they are storing up for themselves in the future.
But, at the risk of being called an "Interfering Old Bag" (or worse), I don't talk to them. I just hope they'll realise before it's maybe too late.
Then, to cap it all, on my way home, I almost bumped into a young schoolgirl, wearing her uniform, very pregnant, and, guess what? That's right. Smoking.
Glad to hear you're feeling a bit better Sandie, I think it's just a case of give it time ! Mind you, am I really in a position to give out advice here, I'm still smoking !
I was given a sort of health-MOT test this afternoon. My blood pressure is slightly low, but then, it always has been so, and the Nurse said it is nothing to worry about.
My weight and height both met with approval too, as did the fact that I have stopped smoking.
However, I told the Nurse that these breathing difficulties were what was worrying me most, so I have finally managed to make an appointment to consult with my new doctor tomorrow morning.
My new doctor prescribed me a pump and some anti-biotics for my breathing problems. I also have a card to visit my local hospital for a chest x-ray.
Again, I had the same silly banter with him as I did with my previous G.P.
When you tell them that you used to smoke Roll-Ups, they cannot grasp the simple concept of rolling your own, and ask "how many did you smoke a day?"
I always tell them it varies depending on what activity I was doing and if I felt "bored" or not, when I would roll-up just to give me something to do with my hands. _________________ http://sewardchronicles.ning.com/
Today is the third day of my Anti-Biotics, and I am "removing" lots of gunge from my chest. My interest in food is returning, and toady I cooked and ate a big dinner. I am now feeling "stuffed" for the first time for many weeks.
Otherwise, things have been pretty quiet. Still not smoking (over three months now), and I still have no intention of ever returning to it. _________________ http://sewardchronicles.ning.com/
After a weekend in which I would rather forget (as I felt like Death Warmed-Up ever since Saturday afternoon), today, (Tuesday) is the first day that I can truthfully say that I am feeling a good deal better.
Still not 100% you understand, but I have been out three times today and my breathing problems, whilst still noticeable, have receded a great deal.
I managed to get all my banking done (that which I cannot do online), and shopped, and arrived home not totally gasping for breath.
I am just over half way into the course of Anti-Biotics and they do seem to be doing the trick.
Further medical update on the health of your Admin.
Coming up now to the last day of the anti-biotics, and although my breathing is much freer, it is still not back to the way it was.
I still need to walk rather slowly and to "think" about what I want to do, rather than just pop out and do it!
However, one thing is certain, and that is, after a few abortive attempts, I have finally managed to "kick" the smoking habit well and truely into "touch".
So, something really positive has come out of all this, although I did not honestly expect to suffer quite so much. _________________ http://sewardchronicles.ning.com/
So Pleased for you Sandie, I have never really smoked but my Husband did, he gave up years ago but I remember quite clearly what a struggle it was for him, I am sure you will feel better soon. I had good news today my blood is back to normal,I have been put on tablets and I think the dose was too high my liver count went sky high about six weeks ago, but I am on a lower dose now,and it's back to normal,felt great when the nurse told me today _________________
So pleased for you, Joan. I drove Louise over to stay with her Dad today, and felt like hell on the trip over. Her dad was going to call a doctor out for me, and did not want me to drive home.
However, it "passed off" somewhat, and I drove home, and the journey went safely.
I'm feeling "better" in myself, Joan, but still getting out of breath very easily.
I have that card still for the hospital x-ray, so I suppose I shall have to go and get that done soon, before making a further appointment with my doctor. _________________ http://sewardchronicles.ning.com/
Well, I am still in the land of the living, feeling almost 100% in myself.....except for that breathing, which, although a lot better, still needs working on.
At least I can walk to the car now without feeling like I am going to collapse en route.
I am still taking things easy though, as I don't think I'll be entering any Marathons just yet.
My question last week was "Should I get a Mobility Buggy or not?"
The problem is, if I do get one, then I will not want to walk anywhere, and I do not wish to lose the use of my lallies just yet.
A cheaper option would be to buy one of those mobile frames, that not only can you push it in front of you, but you can put all your shopping in it as well, and it doubles-up as a seat if you need it.
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