Anais Posted September 14, 2004 Share Posted September 14, 2004 Hello all, I know it's too sad to think, but has anyone who lost someone of LC experienced pre-death delirium ? My mother (16 months survivor NCSLC with bone mets) is confused, especially at night time... I wonder if it is a terminal phase sign... Thanks, Anais Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea B. Posted September 14, 2004 Share Posted September 14, 2004 My mom suffered from delirium many many months prior to her passing...it was due to the pain medication. But near the end she was extremely confused and delirious, the cancer spread to her liver. A big sign of the liver function shutting down is encephalopathy (where the immonia from the liver builds in the system and travels to the brain causing confusion). I hope this helps and please remember it could be the pain medication or any combination of medications. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted September 14, 2004 Share Posted September 14, 2004 There could be many reasons but just in case, here is a website I learned about here at this site - it describes what to expect when things are near the end. Good luck to you and your mother. Margaret http://crossingthecreek.com/guts.htm#INTRODUCTION Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeTaa Posted September 14, 2004 Share Posted September 14, 2004 I also highly recommend the aforementioned website, Crossing the Creek. There's also a great book called Final Gifts that you might want to read. These two publications, along with a couple of other things I read, were absolutely invaluable in dealing with the last stages of my brother's life. Because of them, I was able to recognize those stages, and respond to and help him in the most appropriate, loving manner. Personally, I think everyone who is helping to care for someone with a terminal disease should read such books. It's difficult to make yourself do so . . . but well worth it. Blessings, TeeTaa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haylee_38 Posted September 14, 2004 Share Posted September 14, 2004 My mom also suffered from delirium due to medication. The books sound like a good idea to read. Wish I had them at the time. My thoughts are with you, Haylee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anais Posted September 14, 2004 Author Share Posted September 14, 2004 Thank you very much for your replies. I will look for the book... Have a nice day! Anaïs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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