Invasive Aspergillosis
Not a good week... I have been on oxygen 24/7 for 17 years now with both COPD and Asthma and emphysema.
I am end stage and have been for some time... I have a 16% total lung capacity. After having my bronchoscopy done a few weeks ago, they discover that my lungs are full of mold. Invasive Aspergillosis - very serious because of my emphysema. The medicine cost me well over $500 - my portion of $5400 - they don't even know if it will work. I will be tested again in 90 days to find out.
I have always been a very positive person and push myself every day to get dressed and showered and cook meals and help with the dishes instead of giving in. This has knocked me for a loop. It's getting harder and harder for me, plus my eyesight seems to be affected by the medication and I only hope and pray that it is temporary. Just a little down today... but wanted to share about this disease. I know that my faith will see me through. God Bless.
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