MissDonna
Diagnosed with Pulmonary Fibrosis in September 2009. (Believed to be NSIP -Non-specific interstitial pneumonia- Cellular & Fibrosing). Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Severe Sleep Apnea, and Diabetes 2 in early 2010. Have been on oxygen 24/7 since September 2009 after a 6 day hospital stay. Currently being taken off Humira injections for the RA and beginning Embrel injections weekly. Currently and long term use of Prednisone. Going through a tapering process. Sleep with a Bipap at night for the Sleep Apnea. Diagnosed in 2009 with Tarlov/Meningeal Cyst Disease (sacral cysts causing Chronic Pain). Surgery too risky. I am pretty much home bound. I use a walker and wheel chair as needed. I use a shower chair for baths. I have a portable potty for accidents (incontinence bowel/bladder. I have in home care assistance. I am disabled. God is my strength. My family and friends are my support. My friends are my encouragement. Others who are sick are my inspiration! I truly love people and I love life in spite of all I deal with! I am thankful for all I have!