Re: just need to talk~Anne

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Hi Anne,

My heart broke when I read your post, I can feel the pain you are going thru right now. You are such a wonderful daughter, you really are. My brother is the same way, he's always there for me, along with my hubby. I just got put on insulin myself last week, it will help your dad. Also, I increased my own o2, I went from 2 liters to 3 and I feel better. I see U of MI drs again in Oct so I will tell them then. Just remember Anne, we are here for you, in prayerful support, and in emotional too. God is a mighty God and he hears our prayers. You and your family are in mine.....

Love in Christ,

Vicky81856 IPH/PF 4/06••••••••••••• Original Message •••••••••••••

Hi everyone,I just really need to tell someone/everyone how i'm feeling. he went into hospital on friday (emergency)in diabetic crisis with a very high blood glucose and severe dehydration (this was his first diabetic episode ever). since then, he has been released (just yesterday) and both he and my mother are in complete and utter overwhelm--he is now on insulin 2X per day, add to that oxygen 24/7 and cpap in the last 3 months--its just way too much for a 79 year old to cope with. Dad is so weak, gets out of breath so easily now. His endocrinologist dropped his prednisone down to 30mg from 40mg. I don't know if that's what's doing it or if he's still recovering from the crisis and all of that time laying in a hospital bed. In the meantime my mom is so scared of the insulin, she's anxious and can't sleep. I'm suffering from anxiety and can't sleep very well--I can't be there all the time although part of me wants to be--I feel like I'm letting my husband and baby down with all the time i'm spending there. One of my greatest fears is that dad will have to go into a nursing home. I saw my grandmother in one and it just broke my heart. I'm just having a really hard time keeping it together these last few days, I'm so scared. Please keep us in your prayers--anne (dad ipf 03/06)

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Hi Anne,

When I was at U of Mi last June, the dr told me I didnt need o2 at rest, but the therapist who delivered my o2 said my heart likes it, my heartbeat would go up faster without it so.....I use 2liters when at rest, sometimes but not 24/7, just when I feel I should give my heart a little boost. When I'm up and walking they told me to set mine at 2L but in the last month I've had it at 3, I was having trouble breathing and when I turned it up one, I felt better. When I sleep, I'm on 2L, hope this helps.....

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 Vicky, I was just wondering, are you on 02 all the time? If so, is the 3 liters at rest?

Dad is on 1 liter at rest and it just doesn't seem like enough but we don't have an oximeter to check what his blood 02 level is either.

anne

Re: just need to talk~Anne

Hi Anne,

My heart broke when I read your post, I can feel the pain you are going thru right now. You are such a wonderful daughter, you really are. My brother is the same way, he's always there for me, along with my hubby. I just got put on insulin myself last week, it will help your dad. Also, I increased my own o2, I went from 2 liters to 3 and I feel better. I see U of MI drs again in Oct so I will tell them then. Just remember Anne, we are here for you, in prayerful support, and in emotional too. God is a mighty God and he hears our prayers. You and your family are in mine.....

Love in Christ,

Vicky81856 IPH/PF 4/06••••••••••••• Original Message •••••••••••••

Hi everyone,I just really need to tell someone/everyone how i'm feeling. he went into hospital on friday (emergency)in diabetic crisis with a very high blood glucose and severe dehydration (this was his first diabetic episode ever). since then, he has been released (just yesterday) and both he and my mother are in complete and utter overwhelm--he is now on insulin 2X per day, add to that oxygen 24/7 and cpap in the last 3 months--its just way too much for a 79 year old to cope with. Dad is so weak, gets out of breath so easily now. His endocrinologist dropped his prednisone down to 30mg from 40mg. I don't know if that's what's doing it or if he's still recovering from the crisis and all of that time laying in a hospital bed. In the meantime my mom is so scared of the insulin, she's anxious and can't sleep. I'm suffering from anxiety and can't sleep very well--I can't be there all the time although part of me wants to be--I feel like I'm letting my husband and baby down with all the time i'm spending there. One of my greatest fears is that dad will have to go into a nursing home. I saw my grandmother in one and it just broke my heart. I'm just having a really hard time keeping it together these last few days, I'm so scared. Please keep us in your prayers--anne (dad ipf 03/06)

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oh yeah , I got me a oxymeter for $232 from http://www.portablenebs.com/bci3420_main.htm

my insurance ( Blue Cross) is supposed to reimburse me when I send them the receipt.

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HI Anne,We just got my dad an oximeter. The doctor was against it saying he would check it constantly, but most the wonderful people on this site said to get one. We got it on ebay for $220. It is great and so valuable to have. It is also very neat to see his oxygen level at all times. Praying for you always,Cyndi (DAD PF 12.05)anne wolf <annewolfrogers> wrote:



Vicky, I was just wondering, are you on 02 all the time? If so, is the 3 liters at rest?

Dad is on 1 liter at rest and it just doesn't seem like enough but we don't have an oximeter to check what his blood 02 level is either.

anne

Re: just need to talk~Anne

Hi Anne,

My heart broke when I read your post, I can feel the pain you are going thru right now. You are such a wonderful daughter, you really are. My brother is the same way, he's always there for me, along with my hubby. I just got put on insulin myself last week, it will help your dad. Also, I increased my own o2, I went from 2 liters to 3 and I feel better. I see U of MI drs again in Oct so I will tell them then. Just remember Anne, we are here for you, in prayerful support, and in emotional too. God is a mighty God and he hears our prayers. You and your family are in mine.....

Love in Christ,

Vicky81856 IPH/PF 4/06••••••••••••• Original Message •••••••••••••

Hi everyone,I just really need to tell someone/everyone how i'm feeling. he went into hospital on friday (emergency)in diabetic crisis with a very high blood glucose and severe dehydration (this was his first diabetic episode ever). since then, he has been released (just yesterday) and both he and my mother are in complete and utter overwhelm--he is now on insulin 2X per day, add to that oxygen 24/7 and cpap in the last 3 months--its just way too much for a 79 year old to cope with. Dad is so weak, gets out of breath so easily now. His endocrinologist dropped his prednisone down to 30mg from 40mg. I don't know if that's what's doing it or if he's still recovering from the crisis and all of that time laying in a hospital bed. In the meantime my mom is so scared of the insulin, she's anxious and can't sleep. I'm suffering from anxiety and can't sleep very well--I can't be there all the time although part of me wants to be--I feel like I'm letting my husband and baby down with all the time i'm spending there. One of my greatest fears is that dad will have to go into a nursing home. I saw my grandmother in one and it just broke my heart. I'm just having a really hard time keeping it together these last few days, I'm so scared. Please keep us in your prayers--anne (dad ipf 03/06)

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Hi Vicky,

Thank you. We got the go-ahead today to increase dad's insulin as his blood sugar has been around 20 constantly and we'd like to get it down to a more normal level. i've considered telling him to increase his 02 but i'm worried about doing it without the doctor's say-so. maybe we should just do it...

thank you for keeping us in your prayers, you are all always in mine,

anne (dad ipf 03/06)

Re: just need to talk~Anne

Hi Anne,

My heart broke when I read your post, I can feel the pain you are going thru right now. You are such a wonderful daughter, you really are. My brother is the same way, he's always there for me, along with my hubby. I just got put on insulin myself last week, it will help your dad. Also, I increased my own o2, I went from 2 liters to 3 and I feel better. I see U of MI drs again in Oct so I will tell them then. Just remember Anne, we are here for you, in prayerful support, and in emotional too. God is a mighty God and he hears our prayers. You and your family are in mine.....

Love in Christ,

Vicky81856 IPH/PF 4/06••••••••••••• Original Message •••••••••••••

Hi everyone,I just really need to tell someone/everyone how i'm feeling. he went into hospital on friday (emergency)in diabetic crisis with a very high blood glucose and severe dehydration (this was his first diabetic episode ever). since then, he has been released (just yesterday) and both he and my mother are in complete and utter overwhelm--he is now on insulin 2X per day, add to that oxygen 24/7 and cpap in the last 3 months--its just way too much for a 79 year old to cope with. Dad is so weak, gets out of breath so easily now. His endocrinologist dropped his prednisone down to 30mg from 40mg. I don't know if that's what's doing it or if he's still recovering from the crisis and all of that time laying in a hospital bed. In the meantime my mom is so scared of the insulin, she's anxious and can't sleep. I'm suffering from anxiety and can't sleep very well--I can't be there all the time although part of me wants to be--I feel like I'm letting my husband and baby down with all the time i'm spending there. One of my greatest fears is that dad will have to go into a nursing home. I saw my grandmother in one and it just broke my heart. I'm just having a really hard time keeping it together these last few days, I'm so scared. Please keep us in your prayers--anne (dad ipf 03/06)

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Vicky, I was just wondering, are you on 02 all the time? If so, is the 3 liters at rest?

Dad is on 1 liter at rest and it just doesn't seem like enough but we don't have an oximeter to check what his blood 02 level is either.

anne

Re: just need to talk~Anne

Hi Anne,

My heart broke when I read your post, I can feel the pain you are going thru right now. You are such a wonderful daughter, you really are. My brother is the same way, he's always there for me, along with my hubby. I just got put on insulin myself last week, it will help your dad. Also, I increased my own o2, I went from 2 liters to 3 and I feel better. I see U of MI drs again in Oct so I will tell them then. Just remember Anne, we are here for you, in prayerful support, and in emotional too. God is a mighty God and he hears our prayers. You and your family are in mine.....

Love in Christ,

Vicky81856 IPH/PF 4/06••••••••••••• Original Message •••••••••••••

Hi everyone,I just really need to tell someone/everyone how i'm feeling. he went into hospital on friday (emergency)in diabetic crisis with a very high blood glucose and severe dehydration (this was his first diabetic episode ever). since then, he has been released (just yesterday) and both he and my mother are in complete and utter overwhelm--he is now on insulin 2X per day, add to that oxygen 24/7 and cpap in the last 3 months--its just way too much for a 79 year old to cope with. Dad is so weak, gets out of breath so easily now. His endocrinologist dropped his prednisone down to 30mg from 40mg. I don't know if that's what's doing it or if he's still recovering from the crisis and all of that time laying in a hospital bed. In the meantime my mom is so scared of the insulin, she's anxious and can't sleep. I'm suffering from anxiety and can't sleep very well--I can't be there all the time although part of me wants to be--I feel like I'm letting my husband and baby down with all the time i'm spending there. One of my greatest fears is that dad will have to go into a nursing home. I saw my grandmother in one and it just broke my heart. I'm just having a really hard time keeping it together these last few days, I'm so scared. Please keep us in your prayers--anne (dad ipf 03/06)

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HI Anne,We just got my dad an oximeter. The doctor was against it saying he would check it constantly, but most the wonderful people on this site said to get one. We got it on ebay for $220. It is great and so valuable to have. It is also very neat to see his oxygen level at all times. Praying for you always,Cyndi (DAD PF 12.05)anne wolf wrote:  Vicky, I was just wondering, are you on 02 all the time? If so, is the

3 liters at rest? Dad is on 1 liter at rest and it just doesn't seem like enough but we don't have an oximeter to check what his blood 02 level is either. anne Re: just need to talk~Anne Hi Anne, My heart broke when I read your post, I can feel the pain you are going thru right now. You are such a wonderful daughter, you really are. My brother is the same way, he's always there for me, along with my hubby. I just got put on insulin myself last week, it will help your dad. Also, I increased my own o2, I went from 2 liters to 3 and I feel better. I see U of MI drs again in Oct so I will tell them then. Just remember Anne, we are here for you, in prayerful support, and in emotional too. God is a mighty God and he hears our prayers. You and your family are in mine..... Love in Christ, Vicky81856 IPH/PF 4/06••••••••••••• Original Message ••••••••••••• Hi everyone,I just really need to tell someone/everyone how i'm feeling. he went into hospital on friday (emergency)in diabetic crisis with a very high blood glucose and severe dehydration (this was his first diabetic episode ever). since then, he has been released (just yesterday) and both he and my mother are in complete and utter overwhelm--he is now on insulin 2X per day, add to that oxygen 24/7 and cpap in the last 3 months--its just way too much for a 79 year old to cope with. Dad is so weak, gets out of breath so easily now. His endocrinologist dropped his prednisone down to 30mg from 40mg. I don't know if that's what's doing it or if he's still recovering from the crisis and all of that time laying in a hospital bed. In the meantime my mom is so scared of the insulin, she's anxious and can't sleep. I'm suffering from anxiety and can't sleep very well--I can't be there all the time although part of me wants to be--I feel like I'm letting my husband and baby down with all the time i'm spending there. One of my greatest fears is that dad will have to go into a nursing home. I saw my grandmother in one and it just broke my heart. I'm just having a really hard time keeping it together these last few days, I'm so scared. Please keep us in your prayers--anne (dad ipf 03/06)

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Anne,

I have been told that I can do with less oxygen when I am at rest. But I did a 24 hour monitor and it showed my stats dropped when I slept. I am more uncomfortable when I am trying to sleep than walking around. Even when I am sitting if I start coughing my stats fall. I am not going to jump up and turn R2D2 up and down everytime I have a coughing fit.

I did increase my oxygen once between doc visits. When I told him he was very strong in telling me that No, he wanted it left at 4. Well, when they did the 6 minute walk soon after it showed that I needed 5. I don't know why they do not want us to turn it up. I guess they do not want us to get used to higher settings until absolutely necessary.

Just check with the doc again.

Hugs, Joyce PF 1997

>> Vicky, I was just wondering, are you on 02 all the time? If so, is the 3 liters at rest?> Dad is on 1 liter at rest and it just doesn't seem like enough but we don't have an oximeter to check what his blood 02 level is either.> anne> Re: just need to talk~Anne> > > > > > > Hi Anne,> > My heart broke when I read your post, I can feel the pain you are going thru right now. You are such a wonderful daughter, you really are. My brother is the same way, he's always there for me, along with my hubby. I just got put on insulin myself last week, it will help your dad. Also, I increased my own o2, I went from 2 liters to 3 and I feel better. I see U of MI drs again in Oct so I will tell them then. Just remember Anne, we are here for you, in prayerful support, and in emotional too. God is a mighty God and he hears our prayers. You and your family are in mine.....> > Love in Christ,> > Vicky81856 IPH/PF 4/06> ••••••••••••• Original Message •••••••••••••> > Hi everyone,> I just really need to tell someone/everyone how i'm feeling. he > went into hospital on friday (emergency)in diabetic crisis with a > very high blood glucose and severe dehydration (this was his first > diabetic episode ever). since then, he has been released (just > yesterday) and both he and my mother are in complete and utter > overwhelm--he is now on insulin 2X per day, add to that oxygen 24/7 > and cpap in the last 3 months--its just way too much for a 79 year > old to cope with. Dad is so weak, gets out of breath so easily > now. His endocrinologist dropped his prednisone down to 30mg from > 40mg. I don't know if that's what's doing it or if he's still > recovering from the crisis and all of that time laying in a hospital > bed. In the meantime my mom is so scared of the insulin, she's > anxious and can't sleep. I'm suffering from anxiety and can't sleep > very well--I can't be there all the time although part of me wants > to be--I feel like I'm letting my husband and baby down with all the > time i'm spending there. One of my greatest fears is that dad will > have to go into a nursing home. I saw my grandmother in one and it > just broke my heart. I'm just having a really hard time keeping it > together these last few days, I'm so scared. Please keep us in your > prayers--> anne (dad ipf 03/06)>

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Hi Cyndi,

Our respirologist also advised agains the oximeter--I may look into one. It seems like a valuable thing to have. Our doctor said the same thing--

thanks for including me in your prayers, you and your family are in mine too,

anne (ipf 03/06)

Re: just need to talk~Anne

Hi Anne,

My heart broke when I read your post, I can feel the pain you are going thru right now. You are such a wonderful daughter, you really are. My brother is the same way, he's always there for me, along with my hubby. I just got put on insulin myself last week, it will help your dad. Also, I increased my own o2, I went from 2 liters to 3 and I feel better. I see U of MI drs again in Oct so I will tell them then. Just remember Anne, we are here for you, in prayerful support, and in emotional too. God is a mighty God and he hears our prayers. You and your family are in mine.....

Love in Christ,

Vicky81856 IPH/PF 4/06••••••••••••• Original Message •••••••••••••

Hi everyone,I just really need to tell someone/everyone how i'm feeling. he went into hospital on friday (emergency)in diabetic crisis with a very high blood glucose and severe dehydration (this was his first diabetic episode ever). since then, he has been released (just yesterday) and both he and my mother are in complete and utter overwhelm--he is now on insulin 2X per day, add to that oxygen 24/7 and cpap in the last 3 months--its just way too much for a 79 year old to cope with. Dad is so weak, gets out of breath so easily now. His endocrinologist dropped his prednisone down to 30mg from 40mg. I don't know if that's what's doing it or if he's still recovering from the crisis and all of that time laying in a hospital bed. In the meantime my mom is so scared of the insulin, she's anxious and can't sleep. I'm suffering from anxiety and can't sleep very well--I can't be there all the time although part of me wants to be--I feel like I'm letting my husband and baby down with all the time i'm spending there. One of my greatest fears is that dad will have to go into a nursing home. I saw my grandmother in one and it just broke my heart. I'm just having a really hard time keeping it together these last few days, I'm so scared. Please keep us in your prayers--anne (dad ipf 03/06)

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Hi Joyce,

When my Dad went into hospital, they had him on 02 and his saturation was at 95-96%. When the internal medicine specialist came in, he turned it down so that dad was more like 89-92%. When i asked why, he told me that breathing is generally regulated by a need for 02. With individuals with lung disease, if they get too much 02, they breathe less frequently and so tend to retain more carbon dioxide. The excess carbon dioxide in turn causes increased acidity in the body. Not sure why this is a bad thing but that was his explanation.

By the way, I just called my Mom and told her to increase dad's oxygen from 1 to 2liters regardless...he may even need more than that but it's a start.

What is your 02 set at on exertion?

hugs right back,

anne (dad ipf 03/06)

Re: just need to talk~Anne> > > > > > > Hi Anne,> > My heart broke when I read your post, I can feel the pain you are going thru right now. You are such a wonderful daughter, you really are. My brother is the same way, he's always there for me, along with my hubby. I just got put on insulin myself last week, it will help your dad. Also, I increased my own o2, I went from 2 liters to 3 and I feel better. I see U of MI drs again in Oct so I will tell them then. Just remember Anne, we are here for you, in prayerful support, and in emotional too. God is a mighty God and he hears our prayers. You and your family are in mine.....> > Love in Christ,> > Vicky81856 IPH/PF 4/06> ••••••••••••• Original Message •••••••••••••> > Hi everyone,> I just really need to tell someone/everyone how i'm feeling. he > went into hospital on friday (emergency)in diabetic crisis with a > very high blood glucose and severe dehydration (this was his first > diabetic episode ever). since then, he has been released (just > yesterday) and both he and my mother are in complete and utter > overwhelm--he is now on insulin 2X per day, add to that oxygen 24/7 > and cpap in the last 3 months--its just way too much for a 79 year > old to cope with. Dad is so weak, gets out of breath so easily > now. His endocrinologist dropped his prednisone down to 30mg from > 40mg. I don't know if that's what's doing it or if he's still > recovering from the crisis and all of that time laying in a hospital > bed. In the meantime my mom is so scared of the insulin, she's > anxious and can't sleep. I'm suffering from anxiety and can't sleep > very well--I can't be there all the time although part of me wants > to be--I feel like I'm letting my husband and baby down with all the > time i'm spending there. One of my greatest fears is that dad will > have to go into a nursing home. I saw my grandmother in one and it > just broke my heart. I'm just having a really hard time keeping it > together these last few days, I'm so scared. Please keep us in your > prayers--> anne (dad ipf 03/06)>

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Ann - does your Dad also have COPD?

--Diane Quinlan dianequinlan@...

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Hi Anne,

My heart broke when I read your post, I can feel the pain you are going thru right now. You are such a wonderful daughter, you really are. My brother is the same way, he's always there for me, along with my hubby. I just got put on insulin myself last week, it will help your dad. Also, I increased my own o2, I went from 2 liters to 3 and I feel better. I see U of MI drs again in Oct so I will tell them then. Just remember Anne, we are here for you, in prayerful support, and in emotional too. God is a mighty God and he hears our prayers. You and your family are in mine.....

Love in Christ,

Vicky81856 IPH/PF 4/06••••••••••••• Original Message •••••••••••••

Hi everyone,I just really need to tell someone/everyone how i'm feeling. he went into hospital on friday (emergency)in diabetic crisis with a very high blood glucose and severe dehydration (this was his first diabetic episode ever). since then, he has been released (just yesterday) and both he and my mother are in complete and utter overwhelm--he is now on insulin 2X per day, add to that oxygen 24/7 and cpap in the last 3 months--its just way too much for a 79 year old to cope with. Dad is so weak, gets out of breath so easily now. His endocrinologist dropped his prednisone down to 30mg from 40mg. I don't know if that's what's doing it or if he's still recovering from the crisis and all of that time laying in a hospital bed. In the meantime my mom is so scared of the insulin, she's anxious and can't sleep. I'm suffering from anxiety and can't sleep very well--I can't be there all the time although part of me wants to be

--I feel like I'm letting my husband and baby down with all the time i'm spending there. One of my greatest fears is that dad will have to go into a nursing home. I saw my grandmother in one and it just broke my heart. I'm just having a really hard time keeping it together these last few days, I'm so scared. Please keep us in your prayers--anne (dad ipf 03/06)

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HI Vicky,That is the same with my dad...his little heart can't handle it. He is on 2L as well. You take care of yourself while moving! Don't do too much!Thinking of you,Cyndi (DAD, PF 12/05)Ladyvic1@... wrote: Hi Anne, When I was at U of Mi last June, the dr told me I didnt need o2 at rest, but the therapist who delivered my o2 said my heart likes it, my heartbeat would go up faster without it so.....I use 2liters when at rest, sometimes but not 24/7, just when I feel I should give my heart a little boost. When I'm up and walking they told me to set mine at 2L but in the last

month I've had it at 3, I was having trouble breathing and when I turned it up one, I felt better. When I sleep, I'm on 2L, hope this helps..... Vicky IPH/PF 4/06 ••••••••••••• Original Message •••••••••••••

 Vicky, I was just wondering, are you on 02 all the time? If so, is the 3 liters at rest? Dad is on 1 liter at rest and it just doesn't seem like enough but we don't have an oximeter to check what his blood 02 level is either. anne Re: just need to talk~Anne Hi Anne, My heart broke when I read your post, I can feel the pain you are going thru right now. You are such a wonderful daughter, you really are. My brother is the same way, he's always there for me, along with my hubby. I just got put on insulin myself last week, it will help your dad. Also, I increased my own o2, I went from 2 liters to 3 and I feel better. I see

U of MI drs again in Oct so I will tell them then. Just remember Anne, we are here for you, in prayerful support, and in emotional too. God is a mighty God and he hears our prayers. You and your family are in mine..... Love in Christ, Vicky81856 IPH/PF 4/06••••••••••••• Original Message ••••••••••••• Hi everyone,I just really need to tell someone/everyone how i'm feeling. he went into hospital on friday (emergency)in diabetic crisis with a very high blood glucose and severe dehydration (this was his first diabetic episode ever). since then, he has been released (just yesterday) and both he and my mother are in complete and utter overwhelm--he is now

on insulin 2X per day, add to that oxygen 24/7 and cpap in the last 3 months--its just way too much for a 79 year old to cope with. Dad is so weak, gets out of breath so easily now. His endocrinologist dropped his prednisone down to 30mg from 40mg. I don't know if that's what's doing it or if he's still recovering from the crisis and all of that time laying in a hospital bed. In the meantime my mom is so scared of the insulin, she's anxious and can't sleep. I'm suffering from anxiety and can't sleep very well--I can't be there all the time although part of me wants to be--I feel like I'm letting my husband and baby down with all the time i'm spending there. One of my greatest fears is that dad will have to go into a nursing home. I saw my grandmother in one and it just broke my heart. I'm just having a really hard time keeping it together these last few days, I'm so scared. Please keep

us in your prayers--anne (dad ipf 03/06)

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Hi Diane,

No, Dad does not have COPD, just good ol ipf

anne (dad ipf 03/06)

Re: just need to talk~Anne

Hi Anne,

My heart broke when I read your post, I can feel the pain you are going thru right now. You are such a wonderful daughter, you really are. My brother is the same way, he's always there for me, along with my hubby. I just got put on insulin myself last week, it will help your dad. Also, I increased my own o2, I went from 2 liters to 3 and I feel better. I see U of MI drs again in Oct so I will tell them then. Just remember Anne, we are here for you, in prayerful support, and in emotional too. God is a mighty God and he hears our prayers. You and your family are in mine.....

Love in Christ,

Vicky81856 IPH/PF 4/06••••••••••••• Original Message •••••••••••••

Hi everyone,I just really need to tell someone/everyone how i'm feeling. he went into hospital on friday (emergency)in diabetic crisis with a very high blood glucose and severe dehydration (this was his first diabetic episode ever). since then, he has been released (just yesterday) and both he and my mother are in complete and utter overwhelm--he is now on insulin 2X per day, add to that oxygen 24/7 and cpap in the last 3 months--its just way too much for a 79 year old to cope with. Dad is so weak, gets out of breath so easily now. His endocrinologist dropped his prednisone down to 30mg from 40mg. I don't know if that's what's doing it or if he's still recovering from the crisis and all of that time laying in a hospital bed. In the meantime my mom is so scared of the insulin, she's anxious and can't sleep. I'm suffering from anxiety and can't sleep very well--I can't be there all the time although part of me wants to be --I feel like I'm letting my husband and baby down with all the time i'm spending there. One of my greatest fears is that dad will have to go into a nursing home. I saw my grandmother in one and it just broke my heart. I'm just having a really hard time keeping it together these last few days, I'm so scared. Please keep us in your prayers--anne (dad ipf 03/06)