Hi Ladies,
Well, I had my second pleural effusion drainage (thoracocentesis) 4 days ago. I was very short of breath with any activity, but less coughing this time. I also have a very low hemoglobin, so I thought that was the reason for my tiredness, low energy and shortness of breath.
I was sent to the hospital because of my low hemoglobin, and while there, my latest CT scan results came in showing a large pleural effusion, so they drained 1.5L from around my left lung. My hemoglobin was 72 at the time, and their protocol is to not do a blood transfusion unless it is below 70, so they gave me an iron infusion instead.
I don't know if anyone has had a similar experience?
I am still very tired and I cannot do 1/2 of what i could just a short time ago. I take a shower (with a shower chair) then have to rest. I am a little down with all this!