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    Default Just checking in

    I haven't been on the forums in a very long time so I thought it would be a good idea to see how people are doing and let you know what I have been up to this summer so far. I have been to the Teton's several times for fly fishing, rodeo's, horseback riding, motorcycling, and hanging out with friends and family. I have been camping several times and just last weekend I did yet another thing my doctors said you be a long time. I went scuba diving in Hood Canal Washington. I am not going to say that I am the same person as I was before I was diagnosed. I can tell you that everyday I am getting closer and closer to being back to normal and I hope to run a 5k with my wife before summer is over. I am still on 5mg of pred. and 2000 mg Mycophenolate mofetil.

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    This is very inspiring for someone who couldn't get out of bed today. Good for you!

    Can't wait until I my pred is cranked down. I think it's causing most of my issues right now rather than the disease itself.

    I am envious of your scuba diving... I have a 125 gallon reef aquarium in the works in the basement.. So atleast if I don't get to go diving, I'll have my little piece of the ocean to enjoy!

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    Nice to know of another person in Washington state. I'm curious to know where you are getting your treatment for Wegs. You are doing very well if you can do all that stuff and live such a full life. I'm glad to hear it.
    Anne, dx'ed April 2011

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    I go to Kaiser, I am very fortunate to be able to do the things that I do.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Marcus View Post
    I go to Kaiser, I am very fortunate to be able to do the things that I do.
    Oh, yeah, I remember Kaiser is in that part of the state but not this far north. It sounds like you've gotten good care.
    Anne, dx'ed April 2011

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    I'm glad to hear how well you're doing, Marcus!

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    Marcus im so happy for you. Have they told you when your meds will be tapering off?

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    I don't know when they will be tapering off and I haven't asked. I haven't had any blood work done for 6 months either. They told me 1-5 years on my meds. I am do for a checkup soon. Then I will have a better idea of where we go from here.

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    Speaking of diving, can you still dive after lung surgery? I had my rt middle lobe removed and part of the upper lobe.

    Marcus- Glad you are doing ok. GO DUCKS! I'm a big fan. Whe you played Auburn I bought a Ducks shirt. I'm a Bama fan but watched a lot of Ducks football games.
    "Never go to a doctor whose office plants have died." - Erma Bombeck

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    Not sure about diving after surgery, ask your lung specialist and see what they say. I would say if your lungs are back to normal that you wouldn't have a problem diving. I love my Ducks and can't wait for this season to start in a few weeks.

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