I continue to do well, though my breathing kind of sucks.
Based on some overnight pulse oximetry studies, it was suggested I try supplemental nighttime oxygen. It has made a significant difference. My pulse ox is consistently 95 to 98 at night (it was dropping to 80). I seem to have more energy during the day, which is great. We are still trying to sort out the humidifier part, though. Either I dry up or I wind up inhaling water. We will eventually find the just right spot between those extremes.
I have also developed tendonitis in both biceps. That was certainly unexpected and pretty unpleasant. I am doing physical therapy twice a week focused on passive range of motion.
I also saw a physical therapist who specializes in breathing. She was quite surprised at they way I breathe. At the end of the appointment I asked if I should schedule another. She said "no". Not a surprise, really. But, I had built up some hope that we could change the way I breathe a bit.
Other than that, things are going well. We hosted a visit by my sister which was quite pleasant. I have made great progress on my slide scanning project, which as been tremendously enjoyable.
Steve
and hopefully can help me get a little more mileage out of that hip while I can still walk, as well as reduced pain.
