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Posted 1/3/2014 2:37 AM (GMT -5)
There is a full moon tonight....it's my face. Just a few days ago, I was happy to report that I only had a slight appearance of a chipmunk. Just woke up and I now have the big ole moon face from the prednisone. turn

Time to get out my black turtleneck so I can do my Uncle Fester impression...luckily I do have some hair, a platinum boy cut....a Fester jr look.

It's funny that I'm bothered by my appearance and should be glad that this med could be making all the difference for my lungs right now....vanity

Still wired and feel like eating everything in sight. I woke hubby at 6:30 AM New Years morning to take me out for a huge breakfast...we were there at 7:30 AM and I ate a piece of bannana bread on the way :) So much for my self control yeah shocked

Here's hoping that I don't gain 20-25 lbs like last time. nono If you have some willpower to spare, I'll take it!

hugs, Robin
Posted 1/3/2014 7:35 AM (GMT -5)
Hey Robin,

Sorry about the prednisone side effects. I hope that they subside after you go off of it, how long do you have to take it?

Hang in there sweetie,

Know we are all here for you...

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 1/3/2014 10:38 AM (GMT -5)
You can have will power the rest of the year. Right now, enjoy it. I gained weight even though I practically starved myself when on Prednisone. When that didn't help me, I just relaxed with the food issue. I did look like the Pillsbury Doughboy, though, when I finished my medication. turn

The important thing is that this hopefully will take care of your lung problem. That's what we all are praying for.

Meanwhile....have a donut for me. devil

Sherrine
Posted 1/4/2014 9:13 AM (GMT -5)
Thanks Karen and Sherrine :)

Karen, don't know how long I'll have to stay on this HIGH dosage...see the pulmonologist on the 16th. After running some more lung scans hopefully they will be able to determine if the exudative effusion is due to my autoimmune conditions or a malignant pleural effusion. I'm breathing much better so I'm hopeful it it an autoimmune processs...time will tell.

Sherine. I've relaxed and stopped worrying about weight gain and my moon face....I've lost them before and I can do it again, once they decide to wean me down. Last night we went out to eat and I ordered a wonderful entree...just about licked my plate clean and I didn't regret it either, lol. I already ate a cheese danish for you this morning :)

Thanks again, my friends...

Hope you have a great weekend
hugs, Robin
Posted 1/4/2014 5:05 PM (GMT -5)
I'm sooo glad to hear you are starting to breathe better! I'm grinning from ear to ear!

I had a cinnamon scone for you this morning. devil

Sherrine
Posted 1/4/2014 5:46 PM (GMT -5)
Awwww Robin...I love your full moon! Here's hoping the medication works and you'll never have to take it again!

Huggies
Donna
Posted 1/5/2014 4:27 AM (GMT -5)
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Thanks Donna....You still crack me up, my friend...I love your sense of humor

Hey Donna...I'm mooning you

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Posted 1/5/2014 7:11 PM (GMT -5)
I once had the opposite problem, and kept losing weight, due to food passing through (ahem) too fast!
But once I saw the doctor, got the meds, etc., I knew at least I was (ever so slowly) on my way. It sure was a rough ride, though, in the meantime, and seemed like forever.

I've never had to take those particular meds, Robin, so I can't exactly relate, but I sure hope/pray it all works out well for you. You have an excellent attitude, and I have a 'hunch' things will turn around for you soon. Praying for you and wishing you the very best. Hang in there! :)
Posted 1/5/2014 7:57 PM (GMT -5)
Luvz , glad you were able to get the meds you needed to stop the weight loss... that must of been scary.

Thanks...you've always been so supportive and I appreciate your well wishes. I truly believe I'm going to be Ok. My spirits are up :) and I'm thinking good thoughts!

Hugs, Robin
Posted 1/6/2014 8:30 AM (GMT -5)
Thanks for the moon, Robin! Right back atcha, with all the flab and cellulite!

Huggies
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