Donna Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 My brother Mark is on life support at NYU. He developed what seems to be an inflamation of his lungs and had to be put on a ventilator. They are now telling us he has brain mets, and spleen mets. I know how all of you fight every day to survive and I am hoping there is a chance for my brother.. Please pray for him that Our Lord has mercy on him. I don't know what to think any more. They asked us if he has cancer all over, if we want him to still live on life support. I know mark would not want this. I am praying for answers.. Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy B Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 Donna, praying for a miracle for Mark. Take care, Nancy B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 Prayers for Mark and the whole family. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 Prayers being lifted up for your family. Love Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 Donna, Many prayers coming your way!!! GOD BLESS YOU and MARK!!!! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 So sorry. Prayers comin' for all. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debe Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 So very sorry. Praying for the best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 Oh Donna, this is the last thing I wanted to hear about Mark. I'm very sad and concerned for you both. Prayers that a turnaround will happen for him. ((())) Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna Posted November 7, 2005 Author Share Posted November 7, 2005 Joanie, Can there be a miracle at this point? The are saying it is in his Cerabellum, and bone morrow in his spine..Do you think this is treatable? Is there any hope left? You guys have been through it all, is there a chance for him at this stage? I appreciate all the prayers and support so much. He has such a strong will to live, he has been on the vent since Friday and all his vitals are still stable..Does he want us to keep trying with meds, and prayers? He is not giving up, the Docs are amazed at how strong he is, after all he has been through..Should I ask Dr. Cunningham what he thinks about quality of life if he comes off the vent? I have respected his opinion since day one.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 If you have faith in the doctor, then, by all means have a sit down with him and discuss quality of life, and if you're so inclined ask him any questions you feel you need answers for. I'm praying so hard for you guys. Mark is a strong person. ((())) Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilliBr1 Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 Saying prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 Donna, I'm sorry to hear that Mark is not doing well. I don't think ANYONE has your answers, not even Doc Cunningham. Sweetie this is in the hands of our Lord. Before you go jumping the gun as to can Mark have more treatments, you need to deal with ONE PROBLEM at a TIME! There is NO right or wrong to what is best or not best for Mark. NOONE can give you answers. Your heart will know when the time is right, and what to do if need be. It isn't good that his cancer has spread to the spine or brain. That I know of, treatments don't seem to help once the cancer reaches the spine. BUT, God may have other plans. I'll just leave it in God's hands, and pray for you and Mark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevotedDaughter Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 Your family is in my prayers. Be strong and don't lose faith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorja Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 I am so sorry about your brother. I don't know what to say except that I will pray for him. love, jorja Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jang Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 Donna - There is always hope! I am praying for him, and your whole family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 Prayers for Mark and family for the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 Praying for Mark, you and your whole family. He is in God's hands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna Posted November 8, 2005 Author Share Posted November 8, 2005 Thank you so much for all the prayers..I do have faith that Mark is in God's hands. I will continue to pray and hope for the best.. God Bless all of you, Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fall54 Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 I hear your desperation in your post but as others have told you it is God's hands and we must have faith and trust in him. You, Mark and you're family will be in my prayers Donna. God Bless you all, Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kim Posted November 10, 2005 Share Posted November 10, 2005 Praying for Mark, you, and your family. I know this is such a very hard time for you, but take one day at a time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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