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My Dad had flu like symptoms when his sodium count was low from the tumor in his lung. It really made him very lethargic and weak. Make sure you get his sodium level checked. Best wishes and many prayers!
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Gerri,
You get in there and kick butt! You can do this, you are a very strong person. I am so sorry that this is what you have to deal with but know that you will get through it!
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I will pray for you all! Your whole family. I am so sorry that you are going through this, but never, ever give up hope, and spend much time with your Dad. Again, I am so sorry!
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My Dad has not needed a transfusion. But I wish him all the best and send many prayers your way!
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Hi Jimbo,
Welcome to the site. These people are amazing here and you will find lots of strength and tons of information with many success stories. I am sorry for your struggle, but I will pray for you for healing. Best of luck with everything!
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I am so sorry that you are going through this. My heart so much goes out to you, and it is hard when you have all that worry on your shoulders as you have so much running through your head! I know how you are feeling. I worry about my Dad who was diagnosed with SCLC in December and is in remission right now, but it is the first thing I think of in the morning and the last thing I think of when I go to bed at night. Don't give up and I hope he can try the Tarceva. Love him, hug him, and just listen and be there! Best of luck with everything. I will pray for you.
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Don, thanks so much for your input. I figured it was from all the meds. He is using plastic utensils. Hopefully in time this will subside. Thanks again!
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I am so glad you posted this! I have gotten comments too from people about my Dad having SCLC and about smoking. Do people really think that should make it mean it is o.k. for him to have this.
Does this mean he is less of a person? Do they know what a good dad he is? How much he is loved? Another point people should always ask themselves, how would I feel if someone would ask me what I am considering possibly to say?
Thank you!
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Hi, I am so sorry you have deal with this. Is there nobody out there with him? I can't imagine not having someone there while you are going through that. Could he come near you?
My parents are far from me, and my Dad has SCLC, but I have a sister out with them also. Make sure that he has a Big University hospital he is dealing with so that you get the best care!
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Thinking of you during this rough time and pray for you. Congrats on your new precious angel!
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Oh Missy, My prayers and heart felt feelings are with you1 Please know your mom and you and your family are in my prayers
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What you have been through, oh my heart aches for you and yet you reach out your heart to others when they need it through these message boards. Time heals, but it takes soooo much time and cry when you need to, and pray, and let it happen. ((((())))))))
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Teri and Bill,
I wish you so many prayers and best of luck to you both. It is hard to start again, but full spead ahead for an awesome fight and recovery!
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I am so glad that he left in peace and so glad that you have many wonderful memories of your dad! He will forever live in your heart!
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Hi!
It may be from the Mets to the Liver, i have a friend that has that itchiness from the Liver. Definitely tell the dr. because there could be meds that could help.
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hmmm, do you know how to move it? Thanks for your input, yep, sounds like your Dad is just like mine.
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Hi Don,
Maybe I should have started a new chain with this, but was hoping I could get your input. My Dad just got done PCI two weeks ago.
He has had a total of 48 radiation treatments
30 to the left lung where the tumor was (which is gone now) and 18 to the brain for preventative.
He basically is doing well, although whenever I speak with him, he complains about the metallic taste in his mouth and that food just doesn't tase the same. His scalp is itchy (but things could be a lot worse) Do you know anything about the metallic taste? Do you know of anything that can help this. Thanks so much for your time!
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Good morning, one other thing I though of that you may want to check, is that when my dad has his tumor diagnosed, his sodium level was really low, as the tumor secretes some type of hormone that causes this. This caused a lot of confusion with him and memory problems. I would definitely talk with the dr. They had my dad on special medicine for this which took care of the problem. Best of luck and many prayers!
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Don, you are such a wonderful inspiration to everyone here and prove that it is never worth giving up. Prayers for you!!!!!!!!!!!
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It is sooo hard to be far away from a loved one as they are going through this. You want to do everything to help, and it is ALWAYS on your mind. You must believe, though, that right now she is in the best place to get rehydrated and find out the best meds that work for her. Sending you prayers!
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I am so sorry you are going through this. This is just how it went with my Dad - he lives in SC near Hilton Head. He was originally going to stay near the SC University Hospital at a hotel during treatment, but found that there was a place 20 minutes away from his home that he went to each day for his treatments and was able to stay in his home. This was so much better for his stress level, and it is so important when you are going through this to be as little stressed as possible and know that you can be comfortable in your own home. I know how hard for you this is and that you need family. Maybe you can have people come and be with you at different times. You could just play it by ear, see how he does, and take it one day at a time in FL. If things seem to get worse you could always change plans. He may do VERY well on all his treatments and have wonderful care just from you at home. Best of luck!
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Interesting comment - I read that also. Hmmmm, have to see what we find out on this. That is so great about your Dad! You wonder though - you hate for them to have to go through that unless the have too!
Does this mean he is less of a person? Do they know what a good dad he is? How much he is loved? 
Dad's In ICU: UPDATE-5/7/07
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Sorry,
I have no experience with this, but am so sorry your Dad is going through this. It can make you crazy. I know how it hurts. Keep the faith. I will pray for you!