Very Scared
@nanette64 (20363)
Fairfield, Texas
April 26, 2016 11:17am CST
Because the doctor said that all my muscle and fat tissue is being used up to provide oxygen to my lungs, I've been trying to eat three times a day. Granted oatmeal and toast and peanut butter sandwiches aren't much, but better than nothing.
This morning I got up and felt fine and started my morning routine with feeding the cats, emptying litter boxes, etc., and when I was on my way back from taking care of the donkeys, I couldn't breathe.
I dropped down on all four's and thought I was going to pass out. I realized I had to make it back to the house (another 300 feet). Personally I didn't want the fire ants and/or coyotes to dispose of my body and the fact that we're suppose to have a deluge of rain this afternoon, inspired me to get up and make it to the house.
I took my BP and it was 103/75. What it was while I was outside, I don't know. I sat in front of the fan as the breeze made me feel better and three of my cats paced around me crying. Apparently they knew I was in trouble.
I emailed my daughter, who called immediately; since she knows I haven't been doing all that well. She knows that if she doesn't hear from me on a daily basis that she'll need to call emergency services.
I do hope I make it to Thursday when I'll turn 65.
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
26 Apr 16
I am so sorry you went through that. I will definitely keep you in my prayers-and here is a reminder to EAT! 
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
27 Apr 16
@nanette64 I am sure that is weird and difficult. I know because if I don't eat I have seizures. I hate having to eat-like being a slave to food but I know if I don't I will have bigger problems. I know it stinks, trust me but please stay healthy!
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
27 Apr 16
You know what gets to me @LovingMyBabies is that I have eaten 1 meal per day most of my life and for me to have to eat 3 plus times per day is weird. Especially if I don't feel hungry.
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
27 Apr 16
@LovingMyBabies As my Dad would say, "Do whatcha' gotta' do".
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@blitzfrick (2890)
• United States
26 Apr 16
Whoa, that sounds scary! I was once advised to "eat something with a calorie in it". Every time I get sick now, I remember that advice, which turned out to be just what I needed at the time. Take better care of yourself! You have decades still to enjoy.
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
26 Apr 16
Thank you @blitzfrick , I'm trying. I'm heading to the kitchen now.
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@Hate2Iron (15724)
• Canada
26 Apr 16
Good heavens... that sounds awfully scary. I hope that things change for you. My husband has to take meds for his low blood pressure too! I'm the opposite... too high. Hope that you are feeling better :)
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@Hate2Iron (15724)
• Canada
26 Apr 16
@nanette64 I can imagine. I have dealt with fire ants before... rotten little b......! They hurt!
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
26 Apr 16
Thank you @Hate2Iron . The thought of passing out and fire ants eating me was not my goal for the day.
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
27 Apr 16
@Hate2Iron Yeah, aren't they just the sweetest?
I think I've built up an immunity to their poison.
I think I've built up an immunity to their poison.2 people like this
@jaboUK (64346)
• United Kingdom
27 Apr 16
@nanette64 And happy birthday for tomorrow, even though I know you can't be very happy with this hanging over you.
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
27 Apr 16
@jaboUK Thank you, I'm gonna give it my best shot.
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
27 Apr 16
I'm pretty concerned as well @jaboUK . Outside of my ruptured appendix 6 years ago, I have been healthy as a horse all my life. It figures that 'now' the poop decides to hit the fan. I love you too, my Precious. 
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@TheHorse (238291)
• Walnut Creek, California
3 May 16
@nanette64 Is eating hard for you? Do they want you to focus on proteins? Or carbs? It can't feel comfortable, either. Cortisol levels are raised when the body is devouring itself, and that leads to feelings of stress/anxiety.
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
3 May 16
@TheHorse Most of my life I have only eaten 1 meal per day so eating 3 is weird. And yes, they want me to concentrate on proteins and carbs. Geez, if only eating Peanut Butter Cups was the answer. 2 years ago I was eating 16 of them a day and went from 130 to 150 pounds in 2 months. LOL
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
3 May 16
They said I have massive COPD in both lungs @TheHorse and that's why I have no muscle or fat cells left. What ticks me off is that because the muscles and fat cells are providing the oxygen to my lungs, the reading of my oxygen levels shows 99%, so I can't even get a portable oxygen unit through Medicare; it has to be 88% or lower. I can't even have a BMI (body mass indicator) test because my body looks like I have lived in Auschwitz. I'm nothing but skin and bones. Literally. You can't be 5'8" tall and weigh 105 pounds. the doctor says I have to eat at least 3 meals per day in order to keep providing oxygen to the lungs. My BP used to be 120/65.
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
26 Apr 16
I stopped at the store and hit the deli dept @rebelann , so hopefully there's enough there for a couple of days.
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@karjatwala (1120)
• Pune, India
26 Apr 16
Why just 65. Hope you make it to 75 and much more.
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@karjatwala (1120)
• Pune, India
27 Apr 16
@nanette64 Hope you cross their ages too.
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
26 Apr 16
My mom lived to be 77 and my dad is almost 88, so I hope to at least get there @karjatwala .
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
26 Apr 16
Don't take BP meds @marlina . The severe weight loss is starving my body of all nutrients.
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@akalinus (44366)
• United States
27 Apr 16
There is a disease called toxoplasmosis which is transmitted by cats. Could that be what you have? It causes breathing and lung difficulties? Anyway, you have to stay with us to write on myLot. Do you have a doctor? Could your daughter help you get some better food? Prayers.
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@akalinus (44366)
• United States
27 Apr 16
@nanette64 Ask your doctor if it is possible. I think there are treatments that could help.
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
27 Apr 16
Considering my menagerie of cats @akalinus , that wouldn't surprise me. I'm surprised my lungs aren't made of cement considering I scoop 5 litterboxes 5 times a day either. My sister will coming for a visit (my BD) on Saturday so I imagine her trunk will be loaded with food.
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@Fleura (34957)
• United Kingdom
26 Apr 16
@nanette64 I am sorry to hear that, I hope it can be controlled.
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
26 Apr 16
It has been getting worse lately @Fleura . I just need lots of calories and proteins.
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
26 Apr 16
Don't think it's the meds @DianneN . I just need lots of food.
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
27 Apr 16
@DianneN At my last doc visit, they said the sugar was okay. That was in March, but you just never know.
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@DianneN (254949)
• United States
26 Apr 16
@nanette64 I hope you can eat enough to prevent that from happening again. I wonder if it is low blood sugar, but what do I know?!?
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
26 Apr 16
thank you @MediciMoor . I'm so hungry my cats should be concerned. LOL
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@hostessman (11871)
• Tucson, Arizona
26 Apr 16
@Nanette64 do you have Urgent Care where you live? if so go there and get checked out if you need to. Don't worry you will still be with us for a long time. Remember the saying Only the good die young so you and I have a long way to go!!
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
26 Apr 16
About 4 miles away @hostessman . I'll be checking my BP throughout the day; just in case. Yeah 65 is too young; I still have lots of people to piss off yet. LOL
@crazyhorseladycx (39503)
• United States
27 Apr 16
oh dear, i'm certain that 'twas quite the scare! sounds like we need to figure a way to get more nutrition into yer body, hon. whilst the peanut butter 'n oatmeal're good fer the protein portion'f yer needs, they aint 'nough fer the rest :(
yer gonna make't 'til yer 87 't least. sendin' healin' hugs!
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
27 Apr 16
I'm sure when my sister comes on Saturday, her trunk will be filled with food @crazyhorseladycx . In the meantime, I think I'll go pick up some tuna fish and soup.
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@Marilynda1225 (91064)
• United States
27 Apr 16
That does sound like a pretty scary experience for you.
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@Daljinder (23193)
• Bangalore, India
4 May 16
I criss-crossed the last sentence completely when I read the post. The sentence doesn't exist. 
I hope you are feeling better now. I went through other responses and comments first because I wanted to know better what was causing you to go through this. It sounds very scary. 
I hope you are feeling better now. I went through other responses and comments first because I wanted to know better what was causing you to go through this. It sounds very scary. 