grammajay Posted December 18, 2005 Share Posted December 18, 2005 My son terry was diag. 04/04 and has had numerous chemo and radiation. He has had his lungs drained about 3 times. He is now in hospital with severe fluid in tummy. Have any of you ever heard of the fluid being in the tummy? Drained 6 liters on wed. 1 1/2 liter on friday. Surgery tomorrow to instal valve in stomach to drain and recycle into blood stream at shoulder area. Has any one ever heard of this drainage being done this way? Jay (Terrys Mom and caregiver) His wife passed on last oct,2004 with md. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted December 18, 2005 Share Posted December 18, 2005 Hello Jay, Welcome on the forum noody wants to be a member. You will get lots of answers to your post, I was caretaker for my husband that had lc. Your questions a beyond my knowledge, so will let those that know about it answer you. Just wanted you to feel welcome and say Hello. There is a section ''Ask the experts'' where you can post technical questions and they are answered by a medical team. Give us more details about your son and his sickness and you will get answers as soon as the day break. Hugs Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted December 18, 2005 Share Posted December 18, 2005 Jay, I too just wanted to welcome you. I have no experience with fluid build up, but others here have and hopefully they will see your post and give you some information. I will pray that the surgery goes well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted December 18, 2005 Share Posted December 18, 2005 Welcome Jay. Hope someone here knows of the drain method you mentioned. I have seen sort of stop clock type valve inserted where you open the stop clock periodically to drain off fluid, but have not heard of recirculating. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladyintheglen Posted December 18, 2005 Share Posted December 18, 2005 Hello Jay, You have come to the right place for information and support. The people here are absolute God-sends! I agree that we will need more information about your son in order to help you. What type of cancer does he have and what stage? If it has spread...where? What treatments has he had? You may not be able to recall every detail off the top of your head but do the best you can. Our "Ask the Experts" forum is excellent. Questions are answered by medical staff who really know their stuff. But again they will need more information in order to answer your questions accurately. I am so sorry you have had to come here. But since you do have the need...welcome. Come anytime to ask questions,gripe,whine, complain, celebrate or just to take a break. The support here is overflowing. My prayers are with you. Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted December 18, 2005 Share Posted December 18, 2005 Jay, I am so sorry you have a reason to be here. Several members have had to have drains inserted but I don't recall one like you describe. I hope it does the trick for your son. Welcome. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted December 18, 2005 Share Posted December 18, 2005 Jay, I would just like to welcome you to our group. I'm sorry I don't have any knowledge to add about your son's procedure. I hope in time someone will come along with some experience to share. Stick with us. This is a woderful group and we look forward to knowing you. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted December 18, 2005 Share Posted December 18, 2005 Dear Jay, I am sorry to hear about your son. I don't know a thing about the procedure you mention, but wanted you to know that you are in a great place for support. I noticed that your DIL died not too long ago. Your family has had just too much to deal with, wouldn't you say? Please let us offer you our shoulders to lean on. Many of us will be keeping you in our prayers as well. Kasey PS: took a look at your website...looks like a very neat place! Notice that I am in PA as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslie221 Posted December 18, 2005 Share Posted December 18, 2005 Welcome Jay. I see you joined back in February, but we haven't talked before. I don't have any knowledge or experience with your questions. Someone will know something or be able to refer you another link soon. Hard to be patient at a time like this. Sorry. How are YOU doing? Sounds like your family has been through the mill for more than a year. We are here for friendship and support as well as knowledge and advice, so come back when you need to let out some steam or just share conversation. Leslie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted December 18, 2005 Share Posted December 18, 2005 Hi Jay, Welcome here and sorry you had to find us, but you found the best caring support group there is. And from you post you certainly can use our support. I am so sorry about what you and your son are going through, Being a mom myself I know how devistating it is to have a child who is hurting. It cuts your heart right to the core. I am so sorry. But please know that LC is not a death sentence. People beat the odds everyday. Please keep a positive attitude and have confidence in his doctors as they know what is best for him. You son got a double wammy when he lost his wife last year. He is carrying such a burden on his shoulders as you are. We are always here to listen and help you cope when you need us. Unfortunately, I do not know about the fluid in the stomach. Hopefully, someone here will answer your quetion. You may want to post your question in Ask the Experts forum. Sending healing prayers to your son in the hospital and pray for a fast recovery. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted December 18, 2005 Share Posted December 18, 2005 Jay, sorry you have had so much grief of late. Welcome to our forum and family. I hope and pray your son will come out of all this fine. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzie Q Posted December 19, 2005 Share Posted December 19, 2005 Try a search for "ascites" either on this forum or Google. You may find something about the valve and recirculation. Best wishes andprayers being offered for you. ~Suz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted December 20, 2005 Share Posted December 20, 2005 Hi Jay: I did not meet you last February either. I had just received news of my second cancer and was busy scheduling surgery and stuff. I don't know the answer to your questions, but I hope the procedure brings your son a permanent fix. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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