gerbil runner Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 Mom (bellringer) is not doing so well. Radiation is complete, and the brain met symptoms are gone, but Mom is very weak and getting weaker by the day. Her dr. pulled her off steroids fairly quickly, thinking they wer causing the large muscle weakness, but even off all steroids she is rapidly getting weaker. She has fallen several times. Hospice has been called to help with safety and mobility issues. I am cutting back at work to spend more time with them. Mom can't be left alone anymore because of the falls. Dad, Mom and I are afraid the beast is back elsewhere. Mom is very short of breath and has lost all appetite, in addition to the weakness. Mom has scans this week, so we'll know more later. I have no idea at this time whether Mom would opt for more chemo. She still wants more time, I know, but... we'll cross that bridge later, I guess. Prayers for all of you, too. I've kept up with the news, even though I don't post much. Betplace, Dave & Karen, and cathyr - you especially have been in my thoughts lately. Hoping for the best for us all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 Jen, so sorry your mom is having so much trouble. You are all in my prayers. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 Prayers for better days ahead, Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 I am so sorry to hear things are not going well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 Hey, Jen. I am hoping that the extreme weakness is a result of the radiation treatments, and that her muscle strength will begin to improve soon. Prayers for strength-hers and for all who love her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 Jen: You have my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 Hugs and prayers offered. Love Pat and Brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 Jen, I'm sorry your mom isn't doing well. Know that you have my prayers. (((Hugs))), Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 IMO it could very likely be the radiation. My wife received both WBR and spine radiation at the beginning of her cancer treatment in June ' 04. She tolerated it very well. In fact, so well that it left us with the impression that radiation would be a breeze for her. This past Feb. ' 05 she needed more L-spine radiation. A three week course of tx was ordered. Two days into the radiation she began complaining of unusual weakness, fatigue, SOB, etc. At two weeks these symptoms were extreme and the radiation was stopped. She was hospitalized in the very serious condition that I previously reported. Consensus opinion is that the combination of cummulative chemo effects plus a worsening cancer condition set the stage for the radiation tx to push her over the edge. Best of luck to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilliBr1 Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 Keeping your mom in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 Positive thoughts and prayers are headed in your direction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 Sorry to hear that, prayers for the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 Hi Jen, I'm sorry to hear that your mom isn't doing well. I know how much it breaks your heart to see her feeling badly because I've been in your shoes. Take care of yourself, too. Put her future (and yours) in the hands of God. It will give you much peace. Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 You and your Mom and family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Paddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted April 24, 2005 Share Posted April 24, 2005 ((((hugs)))) will be praying for both of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted April 25, 2005 Share Posted April 25, 2005 Sending prayers to your mom. Please let us know how the tests go. Gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbays Posted April 25, 2005 Share Posted April 25, 2005 I'm so sorry! My prayers are going out to you and your mom and dad. God bless all of you. Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathyr Posted April 25, 2005 Share Posted April 25, 2005 Hey Jen, My love and good wishes are with you and your mom too! You are all the bravest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. My heart wishes miracles for us all!!! Hugs, CathyR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted April 25, 2005 Share Posted April 25, 2005 Sorry to hear about your mom. I am sending prayers that she gets stronger soon. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mayos Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 I'm sorry to read the newest news on your mom's condition Jen. I hope you can feel the many arms around you today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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