Guest chickaroonie Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 We just received our mom's dx last wk. stage 3 NSCLC. She is almost 84, non smoker, but had workplace exposure to diesel exhaust. She has had 2 thorcentesis & tomorrow must do the procedure at the hospital since they need to drain the fissure while using an ultrasound for complete accuracy.She will have once a wk taxol treatment. We are all just at the beginning stages of processing what this means- she has been rather healthy for most of her life. Dad has countless health issues, but at this time,we find his health in maintenance mode at age 86. Mom has finally agreed to an antianxiety pill that she's really needed for yrs.Dr. has advised lots of water, 2 short daily naps, lots of carbs.My sister sleeps in the guest room with mom. The live in caregiver sleeps in a single bed in the MBR with Dad.I am very grateful to have found this website & appreciate all support. [/b] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michelepal Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 Welcome! It's alot to take in all at once give youself a chance to process everything.. I will be prayng for your family and keep us posted on your Moms health.. Michele Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 Welcome Chicka, Your Mom sounds as if she is being well-cared for! Welcome to our family. If you should have any questions or needs, there will be someone to help. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 I hope your mom does well with the treatment. Welcome to the site. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 Welcome to the site! Keep us posted. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 Welcome and glad you found us, hope your mom does well with her treatment. Stay with us and let us know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 Hi and welcome here. Sorry you had to find us but you have found the best support group and very knowledegable. If you have any questions please ask. There is always people here who can give you answers. Keep us posted on your moms progress. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 Welcome: I hope your mom responds well to treatment. It looks like you all have the caregiver situation figured out. Is your dad able to get out of bed? Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jang Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 Welcome! Glad you found us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 My Dad was diagnosed with stage IIIb lung cancer 5 1/2 years ago at age 76. He's had ups and downs along the way but far more "ups" then "downs". Make sure your mom has a good set of doctors; that is so important. But just because she's "elderly" doesn't mean that there's no hope. It sounds like your family is "there" for her and that's so important too. I'll keep your mom, dad and family in my thoughts and prayers. gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 Welcome to our support family,there are many here that have been there and done it and may be able to answer questions and help you and your mom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 Welcome, Hope your Mom does well with the treatments and that your father's health stays in the god maintenance mode. Keep us posted about your mother, please. Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carleen Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 Hey Chick, Welcome, I am sorry you find yourself in need of a site like ours. The beginning of this road is so scary and difficult. But you don't need to walk it alone, please lean on us and let us help you with any questions you may have or any emotions you feel like venting. Whatever it is, we understand and we are here for you. Chances are whatever you are going through someone here will have experiences with it, or can help. It does sound like you have great family support, and live-in care support so I pray that with all that patient advocacy going on your mom will get the best and most aggressive treatment available. I will be saying prayers for you mom, and your dad, and even through in some prayers for strength for you and your sister. Take care, and please come back and update us on how you all are doing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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