berisa Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 These few days during the Easter holiday, we spent all the time with dad in hospital, his ex-colleagues and brothers (no see each other for 8 years) came to meet him. My dad now is still on antibiotics and it will be continued, but now his speech is slurred again since yesterday (had no problem in this few days ago after starting steriod), he has a bit confusion and lack of short-term memory. Today my sister met the neurosurgeon and what the chief neurosurgeon said last week from the CT scan that the tumors grow outwardly is correct. Today they found two tumors are grew outside the head through the wound (I guess because the skull bone was removed that the tumor can grow outwardly without block). My sister also can see the two tumors outside the head. The tumors could not be simply cut and surgery is not an option. The neurosurgeon will meet the oncologist later for discussing what could be done for dad. They told my sister to comfort my mum without expecting too much. We decided not to tell the truth to my dad. We don't want to mention about this and let him depressed as he had the suicidal behaviour once. I just hope there is some palliative treatments available for him. I just think, my dad is a miracle because I wonder how can he endures all these. We are trying hard to accept the reality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 Berisa~ I am so sorry to hear about your father. He has been put through so much. You are right, he is a miracle. Say the things you need to say to him and try to be strong for your mother. Please know how much we all are thinking of you. Love, Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenb Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 I'm sorry for what is going on with your dad. I know it must all be like a really really bad dream; I can only imagine your sadness. Your dad must have such a strong spirit to be able to endure all he has endured. I will continue to pray that God's hand will be with you through this all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelliemacs Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 Berisa my firend, we are traveling through some rocky waters now and I will be there for you like your there for me. Miles can't hold back my prayers for your father. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 Berisa, I am so sorry. Your father is a stong man and miracles happen all the time. He is a true miracle and will get through this bumpy time. I am praying the antibiotics continue to work. Can your father have radiation to the tumors after the infection is gone? Please let us know. You, your family your father are always in my prayers... Blessings, prayers and hugs, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MO_Sugar Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 Adding my prayers also. God Bless, MO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilyjohn Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 My heart is truly with you. I know how hard this must be on you and all of your family. It sounds like your dad is still hanging on even after being through so much. I think you are right not telling him. If these are his last days there is no need to add any more fear or depression to what he already has. Just continue to do what you have been doing, love him and let him know that you are there. My prayers are added to all of the others. Lillian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheresaKB Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 Berisa, Sorry for what your Dad's going through right now. Praying for peace, comfort and strength for your entire family. Hugs! Theresa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Karen C Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 Berisa, I do think your Dad is a living breathing miracle. At the very least he is the strongest man I've ever heard of, enduring all of this as he has. We will continue to remember him and your whole family in our prayers. God Bless, Karen C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 Many prayers to you .... Love, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaret Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 Prayers for comfort and strength...cherish the love that you are sharing in this very difficult time. Peace to you, Margaret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KellyB Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 Berisa, You remind me so much of myself, my dad is also 58 and fighting this same war. I am so sorry to hear of his plight. It is best he not know the details if you feel that is best. Enjoy your time. My Dad also fought staph in the past few weks. Thier bodies can only endure so much. Comfort. love and help your dad as best you can, I am praying for you both...... Kel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angie Daughter of Bill Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 Berisa So sorry that your Dad is not doing well. I will be praying for you and your family. Angie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerbil runner Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 Berisa, my prayers go out for you and your dad. I hope he is comfortable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 Berisa, I just want to let you know that you and your father and whole family remain in my thoughts and prayers. You all are so strong and your father is such a fighter. Pls be good to yourselves and keep your strength. Elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna D Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 Berisa, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Dad and family. Dona Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fall54 Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 Your Dad and family are in my prayers. Love him, comfort him and be there. Leave the rest to God. He will take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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