Smallcell Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 Hello everyone. You all have helped me through this terrible time so much and I can't tell you how much I hav learned here. I just wanted to give an update on my father. I wish I could get that picture to post but it's too big I guess! go to: http://www.alcase.org/facing/facesoflungcancer/ to see us- third row down third picture in from left- big face! Anyway, two monday's ago- the 8th, I called doc and told him dad's new symptoms. Falling, severe headaches, dizzy, and yes, dreaded seizures. Most small but some big and scarey. My aunt and I rused him in to doc for head ct. I fell off my chair when he explained what was happening. Seems dad's head is FULL of tumors. So much so, he called in other doctors to see the man that walked in by himself (although sometimes pushing himself off the walls) and could still speak (although slurred). He assured the others that this scan did indeed match this man. They were all amazed. How is he still breathing? How is his heart still pumping? Yes, it was a big day. I broke down and so did my aunt. finally my dad did too. They needed to reduce swelling IMMEDIATELY or he would not even make it another day. Steroids and radiation. They gave him, and us, one week. Well, here he is and we are pushing two weeks! My dad is such a fighter and truly amazing. His will to live is greater than anyone I have ever known and he just will not give up. I'm so proud of him. I have spent almost all of these past two weeks staying with him, constantly afraid like I'm walking on egg shells and yet I wouldn't have it any other way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smallcell Posted January 21, 2007 Author Share Posted January 21, 2007 sorry, I didn't get to finish that...Anyway, I REALLY want people to understand that docs don't always know everything. So many people think they do. Twice docs have had my father gone. It's your will, your positive thinking, your sense of humor (that's a big one!)- that does not show up on your xray/scan. Fight! Keep your chin up. Dad has me laughing every day and although it has to be difficult, he keeps smiling and laughing himself. This has been such a learning experience for me as I came into his cancer a control freak. Every second had to be controlled and knowledge would set us free. Huh!!! What will be will be my aunt says and some things I will NOT control! But I belive you have it in you to survive. Thanks for listening and being here for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 Glad to hear Dad is fighting so much. try this link for info on Brain tumours. Lots of great info here; http://www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/pdq/tr ... n/patient/ Sending Prayers and positive thoughts for recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 Thank you for updating us. I am a firm believer that attitude and the will to fight do play an enormous part in this fight. I will be keeping you and your Dad in my thoughts and prayers. My best to you, Christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 You've got an amazing dad there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smallcell Posted January 21, 2007 Author Share Posted January 21, 2007 Thanks so much for the thoughts and prayers. And Randy for the info on brain tumors. I never thought to look that up- good info! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastCoastLadi Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 Hey SC, I know exactly how you are feeling, my husband has ex sclc and he has has re-occuring brain mets all over and his dr. is amazed that he is still here as well! So there are stories of hope, my husband is still having dizzy spells and has experienced some weakness on his left side, but even w/ that he's still strong as an ox and gets around pretty good. I guess for us and many here it's this ongoing rollercoaster, up and down. Tell your dad, I said he's a trooper like my husband, even my husbands' onc. can't tell my husband why, he's still here, and btw, he has been responding to just 1 chemo drug, etoposide - orally, it at this point it is helping! so I hope you tell your dad this too. Please keep in touch... Grace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharonjo Posted January 22, 2007 Share Posted January 22, 2007 Your dad is AMAZING! I am a firm believer in the power of positive thinking and the will to live. Apparently your dad has the "right stuff". Hang in there and stay strong. I am keeping you and dad in my prayers. God Bless, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchurchi Posted January 22, 2007 Share Posted January 22, 2007 Small Cell, as Grace mentioned there are a number of people who continue to fight back this monster. My husband Alan had a large brain met crushing his brain stem. His radiation oncologist did not promise any miracles, only that he would do the best he could for Alan. He advised my to get our affairs in order as he was not sure how long Alan would have. Well that was in July of 2005 and my man is still with us. Yes Jan of this year the monster returned, but Alan has a great team of Drs fighting right along with him and I believe we will beat the beast back once again. Please know we are praying of you and your Dad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted January 22, 2007 Share Posted January 22, 2007 Your dad is an incredible fighter! Keep us posted on how his treatment progresses. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bware21 Posted January 22, 2007 Share Posted January 22, 2007 Your Dad's very lucky to have you supporting him during this incredibly tough time. And you're very lucky to have your Dad and his fighting spirit backing you up. Give him love, more love, and still more love ... Thinking of you. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted January 22, 2007 Share Posted January 22, 2007 You positive attitude is fantastic! Stay strong! Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baillor Posted January 29, 2007 Share Posted January 29, 2007 I am just so amazed at the courage and strenght of your Dad Our prayers are with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ernrol Posted January 29, 2007 Share Posted January 29, 2007 Glad your dad is doing well. Hang in there. Stay positive, Ernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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