I had the same problem with my husband. Once he was diagnosed they gave me about 18 different medications to give him. Some were sleeping pills and diuretics. I swear....he was just so "out of it" that he could barely open his eyes and getting him to eat was close to impossible. I was convinced at first it was the cancer itself BUT I watched his behavior very closely and called a different doctor. I told him that in my opinion the problem was actually the meds. He said "Michelle" you should have your medical degree because he is over medicated and severely dehydrated!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Please keep notes and monitor his reactions to ALL meds. My husband is actually responding now and eating very well. I only give him tylenol pm's and diuretics every other day. Good luck to you and please keep us updated!
Denial - Are we responsible for his decline??
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I had the same problem with my husband. Once he was diagnosed they gave me about 18 different medications to give him. Some were sleeping pills and diuretics. I swear....he was just so "out of it" that he could barely open his eyes and getting him to eat was close to impossible. I was convinced at first it was the cancer itself BUT I watched his behavior very closely and called a different doctor. I told him that in my opinion the problem was actually the meds. He said "Michelle" you should have your medical degree because he is over medicated and severely dehydrated!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Please keep notes and monitor his reactions to ALL meds. My husband is actually responding now and eating very well. I only give him tylenol pm's and diuretics every other day. Good luck to you and please keep us updated!