Draining Fluid from the Lung

JazzysMom

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Well I had a cat scan which showed fluid on the lung & then a sonogram to see if there were any Pockets of fluid.

There is about 600 ccs of "dirty" fluid so tomorrow they will procede to drain it out. Send the fluid for testing to see if the "dirtiness" is caused by the same bacteria I am culturing etc.

Its routine I know, but its a first for me so I am a tad nervous. I was able to speak with Robert tonight without Jazz there which makes it much easier for me to be candid with my thoughts.

I am hoping this will ease the pain quickly & completely so I can be real aggressive with my treatment. Mind you I will still probably get the bronch tho. The top lobe she is hoping to clean out yet. All the fluid is in the lower lobe!

SO has anyone had fluid drained from their lungs? The procedure itself I am aware of even before them explaining it, but what about pain or recovery time?

Miss all of you!
 

JazzysMom

New member
Well I had a cat scan which showed fluid on the lung & then a sonogram to see if there were any Pockets of fluid.

There is about 600 ccs of "dirty" fluid so tomorrow they will procede to drain it out. Send the fluid for testing to see if the "dirtiness" is caused by the same bacteria I am culturing etc.

Its routine I know, but its a first for me so I am a tad nervous. I was able to speak with Robert tonight without Jazz there which makes it much easier for me to be candid with my thoughts.

I am hoping this will ease the pain quickly & completely so I can be real aggressive with my treatment. Mind you I will still probably get the bronch tho. The top lobe she is hoping to clean out yet. All the fluid is in the lower lobe!

SO has anyone had fluid drained from their lungs? The procedure itself I am aware of even before them explaining it, but what about pain or recovery time?

Miss all of you!
 

JazzysMom

New member
Well I had a cat scan which showed fluid on the lung & then a sonogram to see if there were any Pockets of fluid.

There is about 600 ccs of "dirty" fluid so tomorrow they will procede to drain it out. Send the fluid for testing to see if the "dirtiness" is caused by the same bacteria I am culturing etc.

Its routine I know, but its a first for me so I am a tad nervous. I was able to speak with Robert tonight without Jazz there which makes it much easier for me to be candid with my thoughts.

I am hoping this will ease the pain quickly & completely so I can be real aggressive with my treatment. Mind you I will still probably get the bronch tho. The top lobe she is hoping to clean out yet. All the fluid is in the lower lobe!

SO has anyone had fluid drained from their lungs? The procedure itself I am aware of even before them explaining it, but what about pain or recovery time?

Miss all of you!
 

JazzysMom

New member
Well I had a cat scan which showed fluid on the lung & then a sonogram to see if there were any Pockets of fluid.

There is about 600 ccs of "dirty" fluid so tomorrow they will procede to drain it out. Send the fluid for testing to see if the "dirtiness" is caused by the same bacteria I am culturing etc.

Its routine I know, but its a first for me so I am a tad nervous. I was able to speak with Robert tonight without Jazz there which makes it much easier for me to be candid with my thoughts.

I am hoping this will ease the pain quickly & completely so I can be real aggressive with my treatment. Mind you I will still probably get the bronch tho. The top lobe she is hoping to clean out yet. All the fluid is in the lower lobe!

SO has anyone had fluid drained from their lungs? The procedure itself I am aware of even before them explaining it, but what about pain or recovery time?

Miss all of you!
 

JazzysMom

New member
Well I had a cat scan which showed fluid on the lung & then a sonogram to see if there were any Pockets of fluid.

There is about 600 ccs of "dirty" fluid so tomorrow they will procede to drain it out. Send the fluid for testing to see if the "dirtiness" is caused by the same bacteria I am culturing etc.

Its routine I know, but its a first for me so I am a tad nervous. I was able to speak with Robert tonight without Jazz there which makes it much easier for me to be candid with my thoughts.

I am hoping this will ease the pain quickly & completely so I can be real aggressive with my treatment. Mind you I will still probably get the bronch tho. The top lobe she is hoping to clean out yet. All the fluid is in the lower lobe!

SO has anyone had fluid drained from their lungs? The procedure itself I am aware of even before them explaining it, but what about pain or recovery time?

Miss all of you!
 

thefrogprincess

New member
Well, at least you have a plan! I have never had this done but I just wanted to say best of luck and I hope you are back on your feet soon!
 

thefrogprincess

New member
Well, at least you have a plan! I have never had this done but I just wanted to say best of luck and I hope you are back on your feet soon!
 

thefrogprincess

New member
Well, at least you have a plan! I have never had this done but I just wanted to say best of luck and I hope you are back on your feet soon!
 

thefrogprincess

New member
Well, at least you have a plan! I have never had this done but I just wanted to say best of luck and I hope you are back on your feet soon!
 

thefrogprincess

New member
Well, at least you have a plan! I have never had this done but I just wanted to say best of luck and I hope you are back on your feet soon!
 

nickandlivsmom

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Melissa
Good Luck with the procedure! Hope you are feeling better and out of pain soon....-Carrie<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">
 

nickandlivsmom

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Melissa
Good Luck with the procedure! Hope you are feeling better and out of pain soon....-Carrie<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">
 

nickandlivsmom

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Melissa
Good Luck with the procedure! Hope you are feeling better and out of pain soon....-Carrie<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">
 

nickandlivsmom

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Melissa
Good Luck with the procedure! Hope you are feeling better and out of pain soon....-Carrie<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">
 

nickandlivsmom

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Melissa
Good Luck with the procedure! Hope you are feeling better and out of pain soon....-Carrie<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">
 
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MCGrad2006

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I am so glad you have finally gotten some answers Mel. It must be a relief, I am sure that the specific pain will disapate quickly, I dont know about recovery pain though.

I am sorry this post isnt more informative, but please know that I am thinking of you and will say a prayer for you tonight. Just keep smiling!!!
 
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MCGrad2006

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I am so glad you have finally gotten some answers Mel. It must be a relief, I am sure that the specific pain will disapate quickly, I dont know about recovery pain though.

I am sorry this post isnt more informative, but please know that I am thinking of you and will say a prayer for you tonight. Just keep smiling!!!
 
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MCGrad2006

Guest
I am so glad you have finally gotten some answers Mel. It must be a relief, I am sure that the specific pain will disapate quickly, I dont know about recovery pain though.

I am sorry this post isnt more informative, but please know that I am thinking of you and will say a prayer for you tonight. Just keep smiling!!!
 
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MCGrad2006

Guest
I am so glad you have finally gotten some answers Mel. It must be a relief, I am sure that the specific pain will disapate quickly, I dont know about recovery pain though.

I am sorry this post isnt more informative, but please know that I am thinking of you and will say a prayer for you tonight. Just keep smiling!!!
 
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MCGrad2006

Guest
I am so glad you have finally gotten some answers Mel. It must be a relief, I am sure that the specific pain will disapate quickly, I dont know about recovery pain though.

I am sorry this post isnt more informative, but please know that I am thinking of you and will say a prayer for you tonight. Just keep smiling!!!
 
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