Ry Posted September 6, 2007 Share Posted September 6, 2007 John went for his brachytherapy today. He had the wires placed and started to cough and have lots of pain. It took forever for the ambulance to get there to move him to the cancer center for the radiation. When he got there the wires had moved and he couldn't have the treatment. Now he has to start this all over again. It was just a horrible day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted September 6, 2007 Share Posted September 6, 2007 I am so sorry that John (and you) had such an unpleasant experience. I certainly hope everything goes better next time. Prayers Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nova Posted September 6, 2007 Share Posted September 6, 2007 I'm sorry.... Seems we're all getting walloped here lately for some reason. I'm thinking of you guys, Nova Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted September 6, 2007 Share Posted September 6, 2007 I'm so sorry, Ry. Hopefully the next try will be successful. Crossing my fingers and sending prayers. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raneyf Posted September 6, 2007 Share Posted September 6, 2007 How frustrating and disappointing. I hope he's feeling a little better by now at least? Sorry to hear about this. Raney Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted September 6, 2007 Share Posted September 6, 2007 Ry, Hope all goes well next time. Hugs Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted September 6, 2007 Share Posted September 6, 2007 Ry, I wish I could do more than to say that my heart goes out to you and John, but my heart and my prayers are with you. I'm just so sorry and so disturbed to hear of the suffering he is going through. It just seems there has to be a better way of doing things. Mike was so fortunate that at least the entire process could be done in the same place. They only had to roll him downstairs. It just seems that the entire procedure should be done at a place where both things can be done or in close proximity. Just know that I am praying for you both . Love and Prayers, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 Ry, This just blows my mind! I am praying for you both. As you know, I am very familiar with this procedure having been with Charlie as he went through 3 brachytherapy treatments. He had his catheter placed in the surgery area of the hospital and then they wheeled him downstairs to the radiation facility. I can't believe they actually shuttle patients across town like that! Is there any possible way to have it done at an integrated facility or move the radiation source to your facility? They move the radiation source around here in Knoxville between the hospitals. It's in a big shielded container. If I'm out of line, just ignore me. I just can't believe you and John are having to go to this extreme. On a positive note, this procedure gave Charlie many more good months... Praying!!!!! If you need to talk to somebody that knows what you are going through, please PM me. Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieB Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 Sounds just like a nightmare!!! I'm so sorry to read that... I am sending loads of positive thoughts that things go alot smoother the next time. Hugs and more hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 Ry, Oh #*^&%! I hate it that the two of you are going through more crap lately. Hoping that the next time it will work okay. We have the same deal here. The radiation center is across the street from the hospital. It's stupid but, it is what it is. Everything crossed for the next try. I'm sure you're both pretty sick and tired of this by now. Hang in there -- it's all we can do. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 Ry, I'm so sorry you had such a difficult day. I hope the next treatment goes better. susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 Oh Poo!! hate to hear this. Hope fully next time wil be better. PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS For BOTH OF YOU!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 Oh man, I am so sorry, Rochelle. The two of you are due a break REAL soon. Did they reschedule yet? I sure hope John gets this over and out of the way so he is on the road to feeling better. Tell him I'm asking for him. Next time maybe have the ambulance ready to go???? Sounds reasonable, don't you think? Good luck. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 Lousy news for sure. May tomorrow be a better day. gail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teriw Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 I'm so sorry... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyka69 Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 How frustrating! I'm sorry for you both. That just plain sucks! I'll be thinking of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 (((((JOHN & RY))))) I'm praying so hard for you two. (((RY & JOHN))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 I'm sorry Rochelle. I hope it goes better next time. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 Dog gone it. I am so sorry to read this. Stay strong and know that tomorrow IS another day. Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 I am so sorry Ry... John has been through so much and now this. I just read Don's post and now yours Iam totally frustrated. I really need to hear good news. I am sending prayers out to him to get this da*n test over with already. Hang strong my friend, I could imagine how exhausted and worried you are. I hope tomorrow will be a better day. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mary colleen Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 Ry, That's traumatic and frustrating. I'm sorry it happened that way. Tomorrow will hopefully be better. MC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 I'm so sorry Ry..... I pray that tomorrow will be a better day. God Bless!! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyr Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 Ry & John: so sorry to hear of this latest developement. Hope they get it straightened out pronto............wendyr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ursol Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 Ry, I'm so sorry..I hope they get this right the next try. Lilly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted September 7, 2007 Share Posted September 7, 2007 Ry and John Holding you both in my thoughts and prayers. Hoping things go smoothly with the next try. Best Christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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