Guest mona61 Posted August 31, 2004 Share Posted August 31, 2004 I have been reading this message board for a month now. It has gave me so much hope. Lat night my husband had the first good evening that he has had since this started. Only to have terrible heartburn last night and was up most of the night. He husband was diagnosed with Stage 3b Adenocarcinoma , tumor in right lung 2 1/2 inches . He is 46 years old. We have been married for 25 years. I love him so much. We have 2 wonderful sons and a new Granddaughter. I pray to God everyday for him to be better. It is so hard to deal with this disease. He is going through one day a week Carboplatin and Taxol. Plus radiation 5 times a week. He has one more chemo left and about 12 more radiation treatments. He was getting so depressed so they have gave him medicine for that. This man has never even had to take and aspirin, let alone what he is doing now. He is still working and we are lucky that he has his treatments in the town that he works. I guess what I wanted to say was my heart goes out to everyone dealing with this disease. It is not fair that this is happening to Gods children. I just keep thinking God has some reason for this and he will make it all better. My husband is very kind person and does not deserve this. His tumor has shrunk because he is breathing easy now. I have everyone in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted August 31, 2004 Share Posted August 31, 2004 Welcome Mona. Prayers going up for your husband. Is he working full time? Most of us get soooooooooo tired from treatment. Most of us need antidepressents also . Please keep us posted. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted August 31, 2004 Share Posted August 31, 2004 Welcome, Mona. Thanks for sharing your story. Keep us posted on how you and hubby are doing, and let us know how we may help. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted August 31, 2004 Share Posted August 31, 2004 I too wish to Welcome you Mona to the place none of us wish to be. I also wish to offer hope to you and your husband by sharing with you that I too WAS a Stage IIIB Adneo. That was ( 9 ) years ago, and today I am cancer free and very grateful to be!! This can be beat! Please share this with your wonderful husband and let him know I wish him well! Positive attitude is helpful. Just know your NOT ALONE in this journey! We are here with you and for you both. God Bless and Stay with us. Connie B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaret Posted August 31, 2004 Share Posted August 31, 2004 Thanks for posting so we can support you and your husband through this ordeal and learn from you and your experiences. Prayers that the treatment will be effective. I hope you will keep us informed. Blessings, Margaret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted August 31, 2004 Share Posted August 31, 2004 Welcome Mona, Prayers for your husband, and please keep us posted about his health and fight. Jugs J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindseysmom Posted August 31, 2004 Share Posted August 31, 2004 Mona, Welcome. Sorry you need us, but I am certainly glad you found this board. You will find that this board is wonderful. Everyone is just great and very supportive of everyone. Best Wishes, Dee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted August 31, 2004 Share Posted August 31, 2004 Hello Mona, Sorry you had to be here, but welcome, I'm glad you found us.!! XOXOXOXOX MaryAnn Prayers always Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betplace Posted August 31, 2004 Share Posted August 31, 2004 Mona, Let me also extend a warm hand in welcome to you. I hope we can provide you some hope and laughter to help you compbat the tears of the beast. I am sorry your husband has to fight this. But here we can at least offer you support. Blessings Betty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fall54 Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 Hi Mona and welcome, You have found the right place for support and friendship on this rocky road. When it is refered to as a roller coaster ride, it is just that! Let us share your highs and support your lows. Your family is in my prayers. God bless you all, Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 Welcome Mona, This terrible disease is indiscriminate, tall or short, young or old, good or bad, it just doesn't care! We can only fight it with all we have- and the good people here will support you in that fight. Please come often and "vent" if you need to , or if you just want to chat. Prayers and positive thoughts for you and your husband and family. Paddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 Hi Mona and WELCOME! You're right. This disease isn't fair, but like so many other things, we just have to play the cards that are handed to us whether we like them or not. I can so much identify with your husband never even needing an aspirin. We've been married for almost 37 years and my husband wasn't even in the computer for ever having filled a prescription. He's never sick, only missed a few days of work in those 37 years and was as strong as an ox, and then WHAMMY he gets a cancer diagnosis. Incredible! You can bet your bippy that the pharmacy and the insurance company know his name now. I'm sorry your husband had a crummy night after finally getting to have a good evening. The first few months for us were terrible during treatment, but after the major treatment periods ended, things have gotten a lot better. I pray the same will happen for you! Keep us posted, please! God bless you, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elnodel Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 Dear Mona, Sorry you have to be here but glad you've found us to help you and your husband get through this. Sounds like the chemo is working, even if it's having undesirable effects on his digestion. My husband has complained about feeling bloated and gassy and he is so relieved that he's just finished his last chemo. Perhaps after your husband's last, he'll feel much better. Will be thinking of you. Let us know how it goes! Ellen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJAS Posted September 2, 2004 Share Posted September 2, 2004 Welcome Mona, Your husband sounds like he is going thru some of the same treatment that Steve started with (except Steve was hospitalized with a chest tube in the beginning), so I know how it's so frustrating when they finally feel a bit better, then WHAM they feel bad again. I just want to tell you that you will most likely get some really wonderful days after the tx is completed and urge you to take advantage of every one of them. I also understand your bewilderment on how (really WHY??) this could happen. My pastor and ex-pastor spent an evening with us in which I vented all my anger and disappointment with God. We really talked openly and it was so helpful. If you have a pastor or spiritual counselor with whom you have a close connection, it might be very helpful to be able to share your feelings. Keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ Posted September 2, 2004 Share Posted September 2, 2004 hi mona, i'm sorry to hear about your husband's condition, but i see that he's breathing easier now (which is a very good thing). i know that you are so stressed and worried...it is clearly evident how much you love your husband. i have heard that antidepressants can work wonders this situation, so i hope that your husband feels better soon emotionally as well as physically. i know that things don't seem fair. i've had my share of rants with God, but i too believe that there has to be some reason for all of this, even if we can never fully understand now. my prayers are with you and your family. God bless, mj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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