Flowergirlie Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 Not much time but took husband to doc after posting last week and he ordered CT which showed progression of original lung tumor and MRI which showed so many lesions on the brain that they stopped counting at 25. Doc said it is time for WBR and then chemo again. I had to tell hubby full story so he can make an educated decision regarding further treatment. He has decided to do the radiation but no more chemo. He is in tremendous amounts of pain even with the pain meds he has opted to take. This is HORRIBLE. I am now on leave from work because taking care of him and assuring his best chance for comfort is my number one goal. I can't believe what an unforgiving disease this is. The suffering is more than anyone should ever have to endure. The doc said it is appropriate to call in hospice once radiation is complete. My hubby desires to take a trip to his favorite place in the world before he passes and I don't even know if we can do that since he is bedridden now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mary colleen Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 I'm so sorry. Are you managing ok? Do you have help? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hockeyma Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 Just keep letting him have that dream and you never know what could happen. Sorry you are having such a rough time. I am glad he is taking pain meds now and the radiation will help with pain too. It helped Gerald alot. My husband is struggling right now and his sister is here from out East to help and spend time with him. It takes more than one person when things get rough so hopefully you have someone there who can help you. All the best. Heather Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 Prayers coming for you and your husband. Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 I am so so sorry this is happening to your young family. I will pray that the radiation helps the pain enough that you can make that trip happen. Whatever work is involved in making it happen, it will be worth it-for him, you, everyone involved. HUGS AND PRAYERS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candys Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 I am so sorry to hear about your husband. I am thinking about you and hoping you do have some help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 Oh, I am so, so sorry. I cannot believe this is happening. You are such a strong, strong woman, and your husband is such a strong, strong man. Cancer is unforgiving, as you have said, but your love is so much stronger than it can ever be. Please know you have my prayers. How are you on insurance issues? Was that an issue before? God bless you Flower, you are a doll...stay strong, take care of yourself, and keep faith.... Dear Lord, may you watch over this woman and her husband, as they take a journey they most certainly don't deserve or could ever be prepared for. May you give your warm hand, your guiding wisdom, and your strong presence. Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 I understand his decision...I hope the radiation does what you want it to do. Thanks for the update, you will continue to be in our prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 I am just so sorry that you were hit with this bad news. You work so hard to take care of your husband--I hope you try to find a little time for yourself and your sanity. I am praying for you and your family so much. I just hate what is happening to you. Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiesia Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 I am so sorry to hear what is happening. Me too, I hope that you have or can find someone to help you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TamHol Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 The only thing I can say is I'm so sorry for this ...... my hope and prayers are with you. Tammy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tami Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 Flowergirlie.. So Sorry for everything. This disease is just so unfair.. I pray that they will be able to control his pain and he will get to visit his "special place". Praying for your renewed strength.. Let us know if you need to vent and if there is anything we can do to help. tami Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bev'sSister Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 I am so sorry to hear this, Flowergirlie. Thank you for posting. We have been worried about you. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. Take care of yourself. Love, Bobby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 Please know that I'm sending prayers for your entire family. Your strength amazes me. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather_T Posted March 12, 2007 Share Posted March 12, 2007 I am sorry to hear this. I am keeping you and your family in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEA Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lc46 Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 I am so sorry to hear this news. I hope that the radiation will help him so you can make that trip. Keeping you and your family in my prayers. Dar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missyk Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 Oh hun...I'm so sorry he's in such pain Prayers that the radiation will help aleviate some of that for him. And never give up hope that he'll get to go back to his favorite place in the world...ya never know what tomorrow will bring. Much love to all of you, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionking Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 With time and knowledge your goals may change but dont you give up! Dont let your husband give up either! My prayers for mercy, healing, and light are with you! heather Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teriw Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 I'm so sorry to hear this. I know you're doing the right thing taking the leave from work. I pray that after the brain radiation, you'll be able to take that trip. People have made remarkable turn-arounds here. Thinking of you... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 Flowergirlie, Thanks for touching base here, but not the news that any of us wished for... We are always here for you whenever you need support. Prayers for some good time and radiation results. Take care of yourself too! Hugs, Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladybug Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 I'm so so sorry. I wish this horrible disease would just go away. You are such a wonderful wife to him- he is so lucky to have you by his side. I too hope you have extra help and time to rest yourself. Thinking of you... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danielle30 Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 I'm so sorry to hear this... your entire family is in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea B. Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 My heart aches for you and all that your family is going through. You are in my thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 I just hurt for you. I pray that the pain will dissipate and I pray for a lot of really special time for you all to be together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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