Thanks Johnny, Mike, Gam and TB
Johnny, even things such as Grapefruit, because of the interaction with one of the immunosuppressants, buffet lines, rivers, lakes, anything has a higher possibility of getting sick. The ocean and pools are alright because of the saline and chlorine in them. From what I understand they want me to have just enough of an immune system to fight off what I can but confused enough that my body doesn’t look at the lungs as being foreign, or at least doesn’t attack them. The body will never accept lungs apparently. They tell me that I will be back in the hospital at some point due to illness or the start of rejection. It’s all part of finding that very fine line.
Either way I knew I was exchanging one set of problems with another, but I certainly would have died if I keep going like I was. At my former decline I probably would have lasted maybe another two to three years. Now I could be looking at 20+ depending on how well they walk that tightline, and I stick to my med schedule and stay exercised up.
I have to say, I am very excited just to get out there and start my new lease on life!
TB, a pedometer is a good idea. There's no way my legs will carry me 2 miles yet but it won't be long. Hiking a part of the Applation Trail or maybe even the Idaho Central Trail close to me is now on my list. Thank you for your prayers my friend.
Steve