paddy Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Dear Friends, I would like to ask for your prayers and positive thoughts for David. This weekend his blood went haywire again and we had to stop the coumadin and put him on mega doses of vitamin K. Today the Docs decided to put him on "Heperin," three injections in the stomach each day! Poor Man! He is so weak now that I had to use a wheel-chair to get him into the Oncologist this morning for fear of him falling. He had a nasty fall on Saturday and even though there were three of us there at the moment, it happened so quickly we could not save him. David has been on Iressa since Thursday and the Onc., says that he wants him to try it for two weeks, at which time we should know if it is working or not. He says, if it doesn't work by the end of that time we should consider "Hospice"! Our girls and son-in-law were so wonderful while they were here and gave their Dad and I a lot of TLC. We had a good weekend despite the health problems. I wish they could have stayed longer but I am grateful that they managed to get here and see their Dad anyway. Lots of love and prayers to you all, Paddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy,I am very sorry that things haven't been so good for David lately.I will hope and pray that the Iressa will help him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy, Of course, you and David will have some extra prayers tonight and many special thoughts. I am so saddened to hear that David it so weak. This Iressa has proven to be the miracle drug so often and I will pray that it proves so for David. Glad you had a wonderful visit with your daughters. I hope you have some other help with you now that they are back home. Love, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenl Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy Sending good wishes for you and David. Hope things improve quickly. Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy, Prayers said each day for you and David. Sad to read he is not doing well. Glad you and your family had a good visit in spite of David being so ill and weak... God Bless and prayers, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy, will pray that the Iressa works for David..I so glad your family was able to enjoy each other despite the setbacks... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glo Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Prayers going out to both of you and your family right now. So sorry that David is having such a rough time. I hope the Iressa will make all the difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe B Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy, earnest prayers being said for David..... Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy, Dang it. So sorry that David is in a rough spot right now. I sure will say some special prayers for him. Hang in there you two. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy, Praying the Iressa works. I suggest you ask his doctor about using a low molecular weight Heparin called Innohep. It is only one shot per day. Charlie has been on it most of this year. Also, there is suppose to be a new medicine by mouth coming out soon. Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy, David has my prayers that Iressa is the wonder drug he needs so badly at this time. The shot do not sound like something I would want. Tell him we are all thinking about him and wishing him the best. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addie Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 I'm sure having your girls home was wonderful "medicine" for David...and I'll hope that the Iressa proves to be, too! Sending lots of positive thoughts his and your way, Paddy... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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kimmek Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy You and your family are in my prayers. I was saddened when I read your post. I will pray for the Iressa to work for David, and have him feeling better in no time. God Bless Kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Prayers going up. The low molecular weight heparin is good medicine! Hope he starts getting some strength back soon. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kel M Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy, My thoughts and prayers are with your husband, you and your family. I hope that David responds well to the Iressa. As an FYI - My Mom was removed off Coumadin for the same reasons as your husband and the Heperin seems to have stabilized her blood. I'll pray that it works for David, too. Hugs, Kel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellW Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy, Prayers on the way for you and David that he will gain strength and that the Iressa will help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Prayers for you and David. Margaret and Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy, My thoughts and prayers are with David and you for the best of results. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy and David Prayers and well wishes that the Iressa turns things around. love and fortitude elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annjael Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 ((((((Paddy and David)))))) My thoughts and prayers are with both of you. I will pray that his blood stablizes soon, and the Iressa will help and that he will begin to feel better. I am glad your girls were with you and David as well. Peace and blessings Annjael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy and David...my prayers are certainly with both of you right now. You are also in my thoughts so very much. Hope things are better soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 ((((((((PADDY & DAVID))))))))) My prayers are added to this long list of prayers for our David. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda Posted October 13, 2004 Share Posted October 13, 2004 Paddy & David-- I am praying with every fiber of my being that Iressa works. Love and hugs to you both and your girls. Melinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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