[Had an H2o2 infusion (hydrogen peroxide therapy)]

I'll have Cheryl document every side effect and dangers to the therapies she receives from now on...Then we can all sit around and dwell on that.

-Jack-

[Welcome to the world of depression.]

Dean,

This journey is such an emotional roller coaster. I echo the sentiments of others on this board. Your posts are so insightful and inspirational to others. It is so hard to remain positive when one faces the reality of a diagnosis such as lung cancer. Antidepressants have really helped me. I just switched to Lexapro myself. Side effects I have noticed are decreased appetite, nausea, headaches, and runny nose. Despite these minor side effects, I have noticed an improvement in my affect. They say that antidepressants are not addictive; however, you must titrate them when coming off. So, whose definition? I understand the commitment you have made "not to use chemicals to alter your mood," but these are extraordinary circumstances. Most SSRI's make people feel jittery. You may need to try more than one till you find the right one that works for you. It also helps me to get out of the house. Now that you have your scooter, I hope that you can get out a little more. Sunshine, critters, and God's beautiful earth always help brighten my day.

Cheryl

[A Little More Good News from me!]

Connie,

This group really needs to see that people can survive this disease! You have given me hope. You have been so supportive of everyone else, thank you for all that you do dear sweet Connie. You deserve good news!!!!

Cheryl

[Raving MAAAAAAAD!]

Sandy,

I am being treated at Sammons Cancer treatment Center at Baylor Hospital. One day on my way to treatment, dazed and porbably in a chemo fog, I went in the opposite diection. I found myelf in the breast cancer diagnostic dept.(very nice too I might add). All of the other cancers are just thrown together? Breast Cancer does receive special treatment. There is not the stigma attached to this disease, as there is with lung cancer.

Cheryl

[May I rejoin the group?]

Kelley,

Glad to have you back! Please know that you are welcome to post here anytime that you are ready. There will always be somebody on this web site to support you and provide you with information. Praying for you and your Mom. Hoping to see you post again soon.

Cheryl

[Had an H2o2 infusion (hydrogen peroxide therapy)]

I just noticed Jack's post. You must forgive his attitude at times. He just wants me to beat this disease, and doesn't want anyone to bring me down. He believes that a positive attitude and belief in the cure have everthing to do with survival. We have been married over 20 years, and I know that Jack would gladly lay down his life so that I could live. Not that I would want him to, but it saddens me to think of "us" not being together.

Cheryl

[asking for prayers everywhere I can]

Linda,

You got it, I am sending prayers up now for you and your special Dad. I hope he gets out of the hospital soon. I know he will because he is like me and hates hospital!

God is watching over him!

Cheryl

[5th radiation treatment]

T-Bone,

I imagine the wait is because the radiation continues to do its magic even after treatments are completed. Ive never had PCI, but did have radiation. I had to wait a month to have a CT, but was given an x-ray imediately following treatment. Unfortunately, that doesn't work to well for brain scans. The MRI is probably the most expensive test, so the docs will use it selectively ad wisely. We are all praying for clear scans for you T-bone!!!!

Cheryl

[Prayers]

Carleen,

Prayers being sent. You and Keith have already been through so much. I applaude you for not giving up and seeking out treatment for keith. How did you guys hear about this trial? I just know this will work for him! It has to!!!!

Cheryl

[Oxycontin effects]

Becky,

The chemo will really depressed my appetite to virtually zip. I remember forcing myself to eat. I was lucky to get half of a half of sandwhich in me, nothing appealed to me. Then with radiation...well, I am sure you remember that. Most sedating medications also diminish the appetite and the digestive system. Eat small, frequent meals. Bland foods without a smell helped me. Hope your appetite improves.

Cheryl

[Had an H2o2 infusion (hydrogen peroxide therapy)]

To the guest who replied... Take your skeptisism and post it somewhere else, like the "General Section" where you might get some attention... we don't need it here.

-Jack-

[Feeling Wonderful Part II]

Mo,

May you have many good days to follow. Hey, I miss my wig....so conveinent. I bet ur hair will come back, just give it a chance!

Cheryl

[More good stuff.]

Dean,

Yeah!!~"When it rains it pours!" It would be even better if you had no need for these things! God Bless!

Cheryl

[News from DaveG]

Dave,

I'd say you were due some good news! Yeah!!!!

Cheryl

[Did Calcium Push/Chelation IV Today]

Hello Folks,

Being the experimental pin cushion of the group, I had a calcium push today. It only took a couple of minutes. The purpose of the push is to detox the body. Here is a web site on the handout given http:/www.gordonsearch.com/Protocols/EDTA/protocol_iv_and_oral_edta.htm

I also attended classes on nutrition and candida. Basically, cut out white startches, eat whole foods, and no sugar or yeast products if you have a problem with candida. Eat mostly beans,poultry, fish, and loads of cancer fighting vegetables. Bon appetite!

Cheryl

[Had an H2o2 infusion (hydrogen peroxide therapy)]

Dear Guest,

I believe this type of therapy could cause an embolism if blood is withdrawn, heavily hydrogenated, then reinjected back into the patient's bloodstream.

I tried to pull up the web address I posted, but couldn't on my web tv here at home. There are numerous to view on the internet. This type of therapy has been widely researched and studied for close to 70 years. I can't say that it is a cure...but then again, neither is chemo. I am a fairly conservative person, and would not do any treatments if I felt they posed a risk. Dr. Gonino has never had anyone with any complications in his 8 years of practicing alternative treatments. Plus I talked to his patients, and my PA is now working for him!

My suggestion is do your homework. This approach isn't right for everyone. My goal is to boost my own immune system to fight this disease. I refuse to sit on my hands and do nothing. Atleast I feel like I am fighting this disease. BUt this is jst one of many treatments I am undergoing. I think with most alternative approaches there is skeptisism, and undersandibly so. However, remember, the effectiveness of these approaches have about the same cure rate as traditional medicine approachs.

Cheryl

[David C update]

Becky,

Thanks for the post. My heart started to sink when I saw the post, and was so relieved to know David s O.K.. Let both he and Karen know we ar praying he is feeling better!

Cheryl

[David W has passed.]

Nancy,

Thank you for sharing the news about David. Many of us have wondered about David. I am so very sad for your loss, our loss. I enjoyed reading his posts. He had such a great attitude. I am praying for God to comfort you and help you to deal with this tragedy.

Sincerely,

Cheryl

[Chemo starts tomorrow]

Becky,

I hope the chemo kicks cancer's butt! Try not to over do it, your resistance will be lowered. Take care of yourself! Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Cheryl

[Discharged!!!]

Berisa,

I saw on tv in Dallas, children celebrating the New Year! Happy Monkey Year to you and your family and yes, kick out the GOAT!!!

Cheryl

[fluid in lungs]

Natalie,

There is still alot they can do. Seek another doctor's opinion. I've heard of a procedure in which a permanant type of drainage port is implanted so that the talc procedure doesn't have to be redone over and over. Sorry, I can't remember the name of it. Prayers for her are being said now.

Cheryl

[Anyone hear from Jenny G?]

Lynn,

I tried to e-mail her, but no response. don't think she has posted since Oct.. I am also worried about her.

Cheryl

[now my dad has lung cancer too.]

Shellie,

Both of my parents died within two weeks of one another from cancer. Tomorrow is the aniversary of my Dad's death. I remember thinking....How could this be happening? It was lke some bad dream that I could not wake up from. It took me years before I could reconcile it with God. The anger actually got me through it. The sadness sent me into panic and despair.

Apparantly God is trying to teach me something. As much as I hate this disease, I am starting to see what God is trying to teach me. I have seen kindness and love I never knew possible. I took life for granted, now each second is so precious to me. I no longer fear death as I did. I feared death so much, that I wasn't really living. But most importantly, I found the lord again, and feel an inner peace inside.

Finding meaning in suffering gives our lives purpose. I hope you find your answers. God Bless you Shellie.

Cheryl

[Out of Limbo....]

Fay,

Can they do radiation? It sure fried my two lmph nodes in the mediastinal area. You put on the fighting gloves girl. We are here to fight with you!

Cheryl

[Don't Panic........]

Hey Girl,

They made me wait a month till my sonogram after telling me there was an area of concern! Anyway, you try not to worry. I think it will turn out to scar tissue. Still praying none the less!

Cheryl