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I am so sorry you are going through this. I so know how you feel. Stay with your Dad, tell him how much you love him and don't leave anything out. You will be happy in the end that you did thi. It is so very hard and I will pray that god gives you and your family strength.
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I am praying for you and your family!!!!!
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I was lucky enough to work for a company that gave me a lot of time I needed. If I were you, i would take the Family Leave Act. That way, you can take time you need now, and go back when you are ready. I was so glad I had time with my Dad. Not as much as I wanted, as he lived in SC, and I lived in PA, but I was able to do some things. Good luck!
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I also lost my Dad on October 6th. I cried a LOT the day he passed, but now it is only so often. I believe that part of it is because you are still in disbelief as I am, and also just numb. Give yourself time, as I am doing for me. This is so very hard. Take care of yourself and know always how blessed you were to have such a wonderful sister and have that love!
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I understand you. Although for me it has only been 18 days since my dad passed, all I keep thinkin gof is those last months. The exhaustion, worry and always wanting to make him better. I can't get past that yet, and I miss him so much. I am sorry you are having a rough week. When I start thinking about those things, I look up at the sky and say, Dad, I know you are with me, and watching over me!
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I am so sad for everyone grieving right now. Not only have I lost my Dad, so many of you have lost someone recently, so odd that this is happening so much right now.
Since my Dad passed on October 6th, my heart aches, and I am still really in denial part of the time. I just say, No, that couldn't have happened. Really, I don't know when it is truly going to hit me that all of this happened. I pray for all of you and your heart aching. Such a deep loss has happened to all of us. I never knew how bad this could feel! Take care all!
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Hi,
Make sure you have him checked for low sodium. This is a major issue with SCLC and can cause very bad balance, trouble speaking correctly, unable to stay alert. My Father had this and it can be a real problem.
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My Daddy - passed away on October 6th. I have lost the most special man in my life, but know he lives on in my heart. My father was cremated and we went out on a sunset cruise off of Hilton Head Island and sprinked his ashes. We then had 25 dolphins come up and ride along side the boat out of nowhere. It was beautiful. Thank you all for your support during my fathers illness. I still can't believe it was only 11 months that he had this horrible SCLC.
Ronald Thomas Smith, 69, loving husband and eternal friend of Renate Smith, died with his family by his side on October 6, 2007, in Bluffton, South Carolina. He was born, the son of Howard and Margaret Smith on December 16, 1937, in Allentown Pa. A devoted son, endearing husband and ever supportive father, Ron dedicated his life to his relationships and contributions to others. A vetran of the US Army, Ron furthered his education and graduated from Moravian University, the earned his Masters of Science at The University of Pennsylvania. He contributed as a professional in science for over 35 years at RCA Labs in Princeton, NJ and General Electric in Cincinnati, OH. His coworkers will remember him with great admiration for his service and duties as an employee and contributor to society. He is survived by his wife Renate Smith and children Christel Ann Brown, Karen Lee Laureti, Julia Margaret Schroeter and Steven Howard Smith. His 6 grandchildren are Morgan Alice Brown, Lauren Brown, Sara Rose Laureti, Andrew John Laureti, Keifer Thomas Smith, and Margaret Alicia Schroeter. He was loved and revered by his son in laws, Art Laureti, Donald Brown, Jerald Schroeter, and daughter in law, Angie Smith. A man of tremendous character and loving heart, he will be always remembered and cherished in our hearts. A memorial will be held at Low Country Presbytarian Church on Saturday, October 13, 2007 at 11 am. The family wishes to thank all that have been supportive of us during this time. We have all been blessed by Ron’s presence in our lives.
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I am so sorry. Many prayers for you husband, you and your family. May he have much peace and love!
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Dar,
Listen to me. I just went through the exact same thing with my Dad. He was taking the Irinotecan same as your mom and had another spot grow on his liver. I now have him back at John Hopkins where he will begin a clinical trial on Monday. Don't give up hope, there is always something else. Find out about the really good cancer treatment centers like Sloan Memorial or John Hopkins and get her there. They are all doing some very amazing things. In the meantime, I will let you know how my Dad does on this clinical.
Many prayers to you and your mom!
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Hi Jon,
My Dad has SCLC and was diagnosed back in November 2006. His has also come back and he is now at John Hopkins in Baltimore to begin a clinical trial. He tried the CPT11 but it is not working. We are hoping from the best for this. There are always alternatives. Stay positive.
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Don, sending many prayers your way. All the best, and get better. You are an incredibly strong man!
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My prayers go out to you! I am so sorry for your loss!!!!!!!!!!!
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Sending many prayers your way!!!!!!
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Well,
First let me thank you all so much for your prayers! We begin again, another hurdle. My Dad's scans came back and the chemo is not working (Irinotecan). He has two more spots on his liver and the nodes have grown a centimeter. So, My parents leave for Baltimore this week where he will begin a clinical trial at Hopkins. The Oncologist there is so wonderful! Pray for us again! I am fortunate that Baltimore is only 2 hours away from me, so I will be there a lot.
Best to all!!!!!
Hi All,
My Dad is having a full body scan done on Monday. He has received 3 treaments of Irinotecan and we are hoping that The two glands up by the lungs, the two spots on the liver, the spot on the spine, and spot on hip are all gone! Or at least smaller! Can you all please say a prayer on Monday for my Dad, Ron Smith.
Dad: Diagnosed Limited stage SCLC in December 2006
Did aggressive chemo and radiation to chest. PCI done in April 2007. Remission! Then the Cancer came back in June 2007. Taking Irinotecan every 3 weeks.
Thank you all sooooo much!
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Karen Laureti
Praying for my Dad (my hero) every day.
Dad: Diagnosed Limited stage SCLC in December 2006
Did aggressive chemo and radiation to chest. PCI done in April 2007. Remission! Then the Cancer came back in June 2007. Taking Irinotecan every 3 weeks.
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Many prayers for your sister!!!!!!!!!1
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I am so sorry! I'll pray for you and your family!
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Hey,
We are here for you, and I know exactly how you are feeling and what you are going through. It is really great that it is limited! Best of luck!
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Well,
First let me thank you all so much for your prayers! We begin again, another hurdle. My Dad's scans came back and the chemo is not working. He has two more spots on his liver and the nodes have grown a centimeter. So, My parents leave for Baltimore this week where he will begin a clinical trial at Hopkins. The Oncologist there is so wonderful! Pray for us again! I am fortunate that Baltimore is only 2 hours away from me, so I will be there a lot.
Hi All,
My Dad is having a full body scan done on Monday. He has received 3 treaments of Irinotecan and we are hoping that The two glands up by the lungs, the two spots on the liver, the spot on the spine, and spot on hip are all gone! Or at least smaller! Can you all please say a prayer on Monday for my Dad, Ron Smith.
Dad: Diagnosed Limited stage SCLC in December 2006
Did aggressive chemo and radiation to chest. PCI done in April 2007. Remission! Then the Cancer came back in June 2007. Taking Irinotecan every 3 weeks.
Thank you all sooooo much!
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I am so sorry you are going through this!
It is so hard on all involved, my dad has extensive small cell lung cancer also.
I don't know about the questions you have asked, but I do know that topetecan is very good.
My prayers are with you!
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Sending many prayers your way!
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Hi. My Dad also has SCLC. He went through all the radiation and chemo as he was limited stage. He then went through the PCI. I am not a dr., but since she has gone through all that, I would focus now on the PCI. It never hurts to get a second opinion though, which we did with my Dad. It gives you piece of mind and helps to know that you are making the right decisions. Everyone is different with this, some people stay in remission, some get it back. I hope and pray for your mom that it stays in remission!
I know what you are going through. Have hope! Ask tons of questions with the Dr. No question is stupid.
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Jen, I am so happy for you and for your family and especially for your Dad! What wonderful, wonderful news!
Halloween Checkup - 2007
in SCLC GROUP
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Hi. I am sorry to hear about your progression, but, stay positive. It does sound like the Dr. is on top of things and you have a great attitude. I wish you all the best!