brsarah Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 My mom, dx nsclc IIB/V was just told that she will not be receiving anymore chemo. She was ready to go on her fifth treatment. She has been in the hospital since diagnosis due to medical complications, insurance issues and complexity of her disease. For the past month she has been looking so good but last weekend, it all seemed to start spiraling down hill. She fell at the base of her bed and could not get up, she is extremely tired, depressed and fearful. Last catscan about three to four weeks ago indicated the main tumour in her lungs decreased slightly and there was no progression of the disease. But recently her pleural effusion has increased and had an increased amount of blood in it. I'm so scared, frustrated, saddened. My mother has no insurance and has recently been approved for medicaid. Her options are limited. Right now they are recommending Hospice. This disease is truly awful. I'm sorry to vent so much but I'm hurting for my mother. She is 58 years old. I had dreams of some day getting that really good job and being able to help her out, take away her stress, take her to Europe. I had so many dreams for my mom and I. Where do I put them now? I can't imagine life without my mom. Please put her in your prayers. Sarah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flowergirlie Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 Sarah, I am so sorry about your mother and all you are feeling and going through. It is a horrible disease and I wish there was more to say or do to make the disease go away or the pain the disease causes go away. You are in my thoughts. Flowergirlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted December 21, 2006 Share Posted December 21, 2006 Sarah, I'm so sorry that things are spinning out of control right now. Can you find out why they are stopping her chemo instead of changing it? That strikes me as odd, especially since she is now on Medicaid. Take care, Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheri Posted December 21, 2006 Share Posted December 21, 2006 Sarah, Chemo will knock the crap out of a person. Don't see this as an end. If she now has medicaid/care get her out for a second opinion. She may feel poorly now, but there is light after treatment. She's young and if her current facility isn't willing to treat her, move on. Take the lead, she needs you and loves you so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted December 21, 2006 Share Posted December 21, 2006 Sarah, you have been in my prayers tonight. I hear you about those dreams. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted December 21, 2006 Share Posted December 21, 2006 Prayers for your mom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted December 22, 2006 Share Posted December 22, 2006 Sarah, Please know that you and your mom are in my prayers. Gentle hugs, Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracey Huguley Posted December 22, 2006 Share Posted December 22, 2006 I'm sending prayers and positive thoughts your way... Love and hugs, Tracey Huguley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Norfolk Posted December 22, 2006 Share Posted December 22, 2006 Sarah My thoughts and prayers are with you. You sound like a fabulous daughter and I am sure that the care and love you are giving to your mom right now are the most important things to her. Be strong and vent as much as you need. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted December 22, 2006 Share Posted December 22, 2006 Sarah, I'm so sorry that you are in this spot right now. Lots of prayers going out for you and your mother. I pray that you will someday be able to take that trip, (I was always going to take my Mom to Switzerland, or the Holy Land), but for nowe make every moment count and cherish them. Please keep us posted. Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted December 22, 2006 Share Posted December 22, 2006 I am sorry for all you and your family is going through. I know how scared you are in maybe losing your mom. But keep the faith as faith doesn't get you around trouble, it will help your through it. Keep us posted on her progress. Prayers sent..... hang in there. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted December 22, 2006 Share Posted December 22, 2006 Sarah, your mom has my prayers. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beat it Posted December 23, 2006 Share Posted December 23, 2006 Your mother loves you regardless of the dreams you haven't fulfilled. It's hard not to look at what could have been. Try to focus on what there has been and savor all the good times. May you and yours find comfort soon. God Bless. Beat it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crystleshoe Posted December 23, 2006 Share Posted December 23, 2006 Sarah I am so sorry for all you are going thru. I have been in your shoes just about a month ago. I thought that we would never get good news. My mom also has not been home since her dx(sept 25th). We had a few times when we thought she could come home but then another infection or complication would happen. She will be going home tommorrow. I know its hard to think positive but there is always hope. Remember the good times and fight thru the bad. You are in my thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastCoastLadi Posted December 23, 2006 Share Posted December 23, 2006 Sarah, I hate this disease and all that it does to everyone involved. What helps me is that I now take things one moment at a time, I have to, because if I didn't I don't know how good I would be to my husband and children. Right now your mom is in a now so good moment, my hope is that this will pass and things will get settled for your mom and then better moments will come. Please make sure to take care of yourself...we're here for you Grace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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