shineladysue Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Hi all, This is a very quick update. Got in not long ago. Today was not a good day. Mike's cancer is progressing. His tumor is growing into the bronchial tube now and blocking air. The radiation oncologist put radiation seeds in the tumor today in hopes of relief. The pulmonologist suctioned puss and infection out, but Mike still can't breathe well. We hope the radiation will help him breathe better soon, but it is in no way a cure. It is only a "palliative" measure. I will write again soon. God Bless you all, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenl Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Dear Sue Much love coming to you and Mike.....hang in there. Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Sue, The brachytherapy worked great for Charlie. He had 2 tumors blocking his bronchial tubes and the radiation totally obliterated them! There is hope. We are here for you. Prayers continuing for Mike and you and the doctors and nurses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Prayers continue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Sue, Been keeping up with you and Mike. Just wanted to tell you that you are in my prayers. I hope this procedure works. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pammie Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Sorry for the bad news Sue, but at least they have some treatment that has been helpful for others. Praying for you and Mike to both make it through this in a marvelous way. pammie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bauner95 Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Sue, I am praying for both of you. I hope he gets some relieve soon! God Bless, Kim M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Sue, Praying for a miracle for MIke.... God bless and gentle hugs, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaffie Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Sue, Add me to that prayer list, also praying for a miracle. Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Tina, thank you so much for that account of Charlie's experience! Sue, isn't this the best group in the world? Please (You know who You are) let Mike have the same experience as Charlie. love, Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Sue, I hope this procedure helps Mike's breathing and makes him more comfortable. My name is added to the prayer list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted March 1, 2006 Author Share Posted March 1, 2006 Thank you all so very much, especially dear, Tina for the glimmer of hope you send my way. Mike is just struggling for breath, can hardly talk and eat . Tina, how fast did it work. The radiation oncologist says it starts to work in days and can possibly get rid of the entire blockage by the time he is rechecked in 3 weeks. He emphasized that this is not a cure, but said he felt very good about the procedure he did on Mike today. Not being able to breathe sucks!!!!! This can't work fast enough. I love him and find myself paralyzed with fear and emotion right now. Have to leave in about an hour and I feel I can't move forward. All of my family needs all of you now. Thank you for being there for us. Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Sue, There was dramatic reduction in the tumors in a weeks time. Praying for GREAT results for Mike SOON! Miracles can and do happen! Phil 4:13 We can do all things through Christ which strengthens us. PRAYING!!!! ((((((SUE)))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eppie Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 hugs sue! Prayers coming! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Adding my prayers gail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Sue,I had 80% blockage of airway last year.They did laser surgery on me followed by radiation and chemo. Your right,not being able to breath is tough to contend with. Hoping Mike will feel much better soon now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBeth Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Sue, Please know that I, like so many others here, are thinking of you and praying for you and Mike. Try to keep us posted if it doesn't interfere with your time with Mike. Much love, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melindasue37 Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Praying for you both, Sue and hoping so much that Mike will soon get some relief. Warm Hugs, Melinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Sending my prayers too that the radiation works quickly for Mike. gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myrnalu Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 My prayers&hugs to you and Mike.Hope he gets some relief from the radiation real soon. Marie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Still here, Sue. Actually NEVER left. My name is still on the prayer list as well. Sending everything good your way. Love, Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchurchi Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Sue, Holding you and Mike in my prayers. (((Sue))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieD Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Sue and Mike, Praying that the radiation gives Mike some quick relief. CharlieD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Okay, I love hope and I love our supportive family. Mike, we are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your struggles, I am taking tiny little breaths in sympathy with you. Hugs and faithful prayers. Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michelepal Posted March 1, 2006 Share Posted March 1, 2006 Sue, Sending my Prayers! Give Mike a big ((HUG)) from all of us here and tell him were all thinkng of him.. Love Michele Dad DX 04-01-05 NSCLC Passed away 11-18-05 only 66 years ols I miss my Dad sooooo much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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