NellW Posted November 3, 2004 Share Posted November 3, 2004 It is as we thought, sadly. The onc said today he has bone mets to spine, and he also said , and I quote, "there is no reason for you to endure this kind of pain!" He sees the radiation onc tomorrow. The onc is just beginning to treat him, and is ordering all other tests to be sent to him as well. Bob and Jo taped this visit and we are going there later to listen. They sound really weary. Bob told the doc he has no strength to fight at all, and his answer was that the pain is a major contributing factor to that, and that he will be able to reduce it quite a bit. He says Bob will be pretty tired with the radiation and the pain meds. Not sure what all else he said but I will know more after hearing the tape. Thanks for all you prayers for Bob and Jo, and please pray for the radiation to help! Love and prayers to all Nell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBeth Posted November 3, 2004 Share Posted November 3, 2004 I will pray for all of you Nell. They are blessed to have such a wonderful and loving friend to help them through these painful days. Love, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted November 3, 2004 Share Posted November 3, 2004 Sorry to hear this new news on Bob. Poor guy. I hope they can get his pain resolved soon so he has the strength he needs to fight on. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted November 3, 2004 Share Posted November 3, 2004 Sorry to hear that Nell. Prayers for Bob that the pain gets under control ASAP. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted November 3, 2004 Share Posted November 3, 2004 Praying that the pain treatments are effective quickly. Nothing beats you down like pain that won't quit. Prayers... XOXOXOXOX MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Nell, praying for all Y'all and especially for Bob. You are a good friend. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 I hope the doc's get get Bobs pain under control soon. Prayers coming your way. Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angie Daughter of Bill Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Nell, We are at the same point with my Dad. Dad is seeing a radiation oncologist tomorrow morning for radiation to the spine. Praying that it works for Bob and my Dad. Seeing our loved ones in pain is no fun. Actually, it is heartbreaking. In my thoughts and prayers~~~ Angie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Nell, I am so sorry that your dear friend, Bob, is having so much pain. I just hate it when I hear that people are having pain. I pray the radiation will give him a ton of relief. Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Cheryl- Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Nell, Yes, please tell Bob not to get discouraged. They have so much they can do for pain now. I hope he finds relief soon. Saying prayers for him now. Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Nell, Constant pain is a terrible thing and I am sure it wears Bob out. Prayers that the radiation and pain meds will ease his pain and give him the will to keep on keeping on. You are a good friend. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaffie Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Constant pain does beat you down, horribly. Bob should hopefully have much more strength to fight with once the pain is under control. Prayers and thoughts headed your way and yours too, Angie. Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elnodel Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Sorry about the bad news but at least the good news is that he'll be getting some respite from the pain -- which can wear anybody down. He's in my thoughts and prayers. Ellen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDianneB Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 My best to Bob as he goes through all this. How very blessed he is to have a friend such as yourself. Di Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Nell I am so sorry that the news wasn't good. But it does seem good that another Dr is taking charge here. I am mortified at Bob's primary. Prayers to you all love and fortitude elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PamT Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Dear Nell, The pain can be terrible. Back pain is what finally caused my husband to seek help. If the oncologist has difficulty controlling pain, see a pain management specialist. Richard is on a Duragesic patch and neurontin which controls the pain well. We will pray for all of you. Pam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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