mrhodes Posted December 31, 2005 Posted December 31, 2005 Hello. At some point in the last year, I must have joined this group, but I simply can't remember doing so. (Upon this registration, my email was "taken.") I might have checked in very early in my husband's diagnosis to see what was available. The forums are quite active, and I read about this site through another caregiver's support group. My husband was diagnosed with stage IV, non-small cell lung cancer a year ago; we've been through the entire run of treatments, and he is currently on Tarceva. Unfortunately, it does not appear that the drug is working, and the last week has been especially difficult for him. We have one daughter, age 9, and live in the Midwest. Melinda Quote
Ry Posted December 31, 2005 Posted December 31, 2005 Melinda, Welcome to the wives club. I am sorry the Tarceva doesn't seem to be working for your husband. I am glad you joined in. Rochelle Quote
carolhg Posted December 31, 2005 Posted December 31, 2005 I am so sorry to hear about your husband. You have come to a very supportive site where you will meet others who are going are have gone through what you are having to experience now. My prayers for you, your husband and your daughter. Prayers Quote
dadstimeon Posted December 31, 2005 Posted December 31, 2005 Welcome Melinda, Glad you found us. Rich Quote
Donna G Posted December 31, 2005 Posted December 31, 2005 Melinda, welcome aboard. So sorry to hear about your husband. How is your child taking it? So young. Do they have new plans as you say the Tarceva isn't making it? Keep us posted. Donna G Quote
mrhodes Posted December 31, 2005 Author Posted December 31, 2005 Thanks so much for the warm welcome. I appreciate it. My daughter has proved amazingly resilient. She is just a truly exceptional human being. Upon John's diagnosis, I began counseling sessions for my daughter with a wonderfully kind social worker in town. She goes to see the counselor twice a month. From what I understand, they spend a lot of time talking about what the word "popular" means. Still, I wanted my daughter to have someone to whom she felt very close in the worst-case scenario. I talked to the oncologist about the Tarceva and what the next step would be. He said he would turn the case over to hospice. Again, thank you for the welcome. Melinda Quote
Don Wood Posted December 31, 2005 Posted December 31, 2005 Welcome, Melinda! If you let us know what chemos your husband has had, we might be able to suggest others for you to ask the onc about. Best to you both. Don Quote
mrhodes Posted December 31, 2005 Author Posted December 31, 2005 Hello. I actually had to go look up the study paperwork. My brain really ceases to function every once in awhile, and I wonder who's suffering more from the chemobrain. The first combo was Gemzar/Oxaliplatin, and the second-line was Pemetrexed. Melinda Quote
bethluvswill13 Posted January 1, 2006 Posted January 1, 2006 I would like to welcome you, Melinda. This board has made me feel so welcome and have been excellent listeners! Im sure they'll do the same for you! God Bless you and your family! I'll be adding ya'll to my prayer list. Quote
J.C. Posted January 1, 2006 Posted January 1, 2006 Melinda, Welcome on the forum. You could go in the part of the forum ''Ask the expert'' if you have some questions you would like to ask about treatments for you husband. We are here for you, keep us posted and wishing you the best possible for 2006. Hugs to all the family. Jackie Quote
Don M Posted January 1, 2006 Posted January 1, 2006 Welcome Melinda; Some people have had good reponse with avastin and a platinum based drug . I am sure they had gone through more than 2 treatments. If your husband can tolerate it their are still other options. Your husband ,you and your beautiful daughter have my prayers. Don M Quote
hopeandstrength Posted January 1, 2006 Posted January 1, 2006 Welcome. This group has helped me a lot since my dad was diagnosed. I'm sure your little girl is a huge comfort to you and your husband right now! I have an 11 year old daughter and 7 year old son and they never fail to keep me going! Cathy Quote
Jyoung20 Posted January 1, 2006 Posted January 1, 2006 Glad you found us. Kids are great!! My 3 year old keeps me on my toes. God Bless Jamie Quote
hollyanne Posted January 1, 2006 Posted January 1, 2006 Melinda - I am glad you found us (again?) This is an amazing group of people who really are there for you when they say they will be. Please use everyone to get as much feedback and support as you can stomach. Holly Quote
tnmynatt Posted January 1, 2006 Posted January 1, 2006 Melinda, Welcome! My husband is on his 8th line treatment and is doing pretty well. He is now stable and received the first two good reports back to back since his diagnosis two years ago. There is hope. I will be happy to answer any questions you may have about his treatments...just send me a PM. Take care and keep the faith! Quote
joanie55 Posted January 1, 2006 Posted January 1, 2006 Hi Melinda, Welcome. Hope I can be of some help. I really hope your father has a better week and starts feeling much better. Best wishes for this new year. Joan Quote
Maryanne Posted January 1, 2006 Posted January 1, 2006 Hi Melinda, Just want to welcome you here. I hope they can find a treatment that can help you DH. I am so sorry for all the anguish you and your family are going through. You are such a great mom to seek out help for you daughter. Keep us informed. We are always her to help you and support you through all you are going through. Maryanne Quote
Leslie221 Posted January 1, 2006 Posted January 1, 2006 Welsome, Melinda. Love the picture of you and your daughter - her intelligence shows! She's got a great mom to see that she has access to all the support and mentoring she can get. Have you and John received an opinion from another oncologist? Maybe you'd get the same answers, but maybe not. Either way, you'd feel more secure in the recommendations. We're here for you, John and your daughter. Leslie Quote
bunny Posted January 2, 2006 Posted January 2, 2006 welcome, Melinda. I'm sorry you're going through all this, but I hope you'll let us help you. glad you found us (again ) xoxo amie Quote
francesbean Posted January 2, 2006 Posted January 2, 2006 Hello and welcome Melinda. Hope you find comfort here. If your dear husband is well enough he might tolerate other types of chemotherapy, as I understand most do not just stop at two tries. I hope for the best. *hugs* Sincerely, Frances Quote
Kaffie Posted January 3, 2006 Posted January 3, 2006 Welcome Melida, I'm sorry I don't have ansers for you but there are many people here who can help. Kathy Quote
Donna Posted January 3, 2006 Posted January 3, 2006 Welcome Melinda, I can say lots of prayers for you here..Hope you find comfort and all the support you need, I know I do!! Donna K. Quote
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