[Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents in Team Helix http://www.dslreports.com/forum/r20399401 en Thu, 03 Dec 2009 14:48:20 EDT Thu, 03 Dec 2009 14:48:20 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20643946 BadHat : Prayers continue.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20643946 Sat, 14 Jun 2008 18:59:37 EDT Quick Update http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20643091 simplykristi : Pallative care will be out tomorrow morning at 9. Due to Medicare rules my dad has to be housebound. My dad usually doesn't go anywhere but to medical appts. Today is a rarity. He's going to his granddaughter's wedding. :) Yes, Dad is going!

Kristi
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My Photo Gallery: »www.simplykristi.smugmug.com/]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20643091 Sat, 14 Jun 2008 14:58:58 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20641707 rfhar : While you are talking to some of the social workers be sure and ask about respite volunteers. They will help you get away and take necessary time for yourself. Take care of number one first or you will not be able to help others. I'm praying daily for you and yours.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20641707 Sat, 14 Jun 2008 06:43:54 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20640827 signmeuptoo : Yes, you are a saint. Bless you in what you are doing and the best for them too.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20640827 Fri, 13 Jun 2008 23:01:14 EDT Re: Friday Update http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20640726 usa2k : You are a saint!

Continued prayers to you, your parents, and extended family.
A wish that anyone who every knew your parents will send a heart-felt greeting.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20640726 Fri, 13 Jun 2008 22:35:14 EDT Friday Update http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20640223 simplykristi : I got some things accomplished this week. Amazing!

First of all, I was told to get in touch with one of the cancer organizations.... It offers a free case of nutritional drinks to cancer patients each month. My folks each get a case which is cool. Now just to get one of my family members to go get it.... Three of them work down the street and couldn't go get it. We got the approval yesterday.

Secondly, I got in touch with an organization that offers support to patients and their families with serious and chronic conditions. My best friend wants me to visit the office ASAP. I am trying to go early next week.

Furthermore, I took Dad back to the oncologist's office today. My mom has more or less thrown everything in my lap and wants something done with him. (She expects me to run the household. That's another story for another day.) I got my dad's pain meds changed. He's taking Oxycodene and using a Fentanyl patch instead of the morphine. Dad was getting too many hallucinations and his mood was too volitale. He was getting sooo confused and Dad's WBC was 1.5 and his platelets were 98. His hemoglobin was borderline so Dad got IV fluids and a unit of blood today. We had to go over to the BMT Unit to get the blood. It made for a long day.

My best friend went with me to the appt. Thank goodness for that! We were having some issues with my dad's behavior. I don't know if that the behavior issues will ever be resolved or not. My dad's not the easiest person to deal with even when he is not sick. His cancer has made things very worse for him. He literally jumps by mom and I. We can't do things right or move fast enough for him. My mom told me that I could not bring my dad home until changes were made. I was really wanting the pain med change because my mom wanted it and my dad needed a change in pain meds. I got it.

I am not one to mince words... I flat out told the nurse practitioner that my dad is going to die. I told her that I know my mom has a little better prognosis (never been given one and don't want to know so she has fighting chance) and know she wants to fight it. Mom can't fight it with my dad around. She suggested that my mom go stay with a family member to get away. I kind of made the offhand remark to my oldest brother who has plenty of room and he acted like he did not want to deal with it. Whatever. His attitude is I can deal with everything. He does not offer to financially help out around here. He just criticizes. My middle brother is probably my best helper... But I have some issues with him... Right now his kids are here for a few days due to the wedding. They are really no problem as they are old enough to watch out after themselves. Again, my best friend stepped up to the plate last night and tonight.. We took the kids out of the house for awhile. Last night it stormed so we had to get ice cream and come back home. Tonight we took them to a park and then for ice cream. No thanks for taking them or anything. I have asked the kids to help me with some tasks around here and they have been awesome about that. We are working on getting the basement organized as my mom never bothered to do that. I hope to complete that project with the kids' help over the summer.

My mom won't do simple tasks like make calls. Guess who gets to get the estimates for the cleaning service?? Me I have to find time to do that in between appts. I am sorry that she has cancer. But I needed her to help me before she started treatment. I lost the mom I knew on April 25th when she got the news about the nodule in her lung. She behaves much differently now. She won't call the dr.'s office if she has a problem... She makes me bring up her issues when I take Dad in for appts. I cannot concentrate on one parent. Today she told me that I must run the household in addition to all the medical stuff. WTH?? I flat told her I cannot handle running the household and taking care of all the medical stuff. My friend told me later that she couldn't believe what my mom told me. I miss my old mom very much. The new mom is a stranger to me.

Tomorrow, er today, home health is coming out... We are going to get them to evaluate hydration for needs for my dad. He's eating a little better. There's still some talk about a feeding tube. My mom feels I can't handle that. WTH?? I don't want to deal with the feeding tube but I will if I have to. One of my neighbors told me that home health could come in and help. I would want good instruction on how to work with the feedings and the pump.

If it were not for my best friend and another close friend, I would probably be losing it right now. I am probably headed for a crash.... I have felt like it for almost a week. I am exhausted and my family fails to recognize it. They blame it on my late night computer usage. I am really sick of the people who sit back and tell me what to do. I feel like walking away because I am absolutely sick of it.

I apologize for the long vent but I needed to let it out. I better close... We have a wedding later this evening! I can't believe that my oldest niece is getting married.

Kristi
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I help Dad with his medications. He's having a lot of confusion right now because of his pain meds. He takes sooo much morphine (at least 90 mg a day). He wants to drive to his appt. on Friday and I flat told him no due to the morphine he is on. I try to get him to be independent with his meds as much as possible.

It's all about priorities for me... What matters to me most... And that's my parents' medical care. They were always there for me, especially in my younger days. It's my turn to be there for them with their medical stuff.

Kristi
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My Photo Gallery: »www.simplykristi.smugmug.com/]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20619100 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 01:24:18 EDT Re: Quick Monday Update http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20618994 mouseferatu : You have it just right, Kristi- it isn't that you can't clean, but there are a lot of folks out there who can help you with that, so why worry about it? There are many things that deal directly with your parents care that you are going to want to have control over yourself that will take up a lot of your time.

I found that once we had other people doing the cleaning and pick-up work, I didn't care any more if the glass dog got dusted or not, or if the piano cover was up or down. A lot of those things just didn't seem to matter. I admit that finding a cast-iron elephant in the refrigerator puzzled me, but, hey, what the heck?

What mattered was that I had a great deal more patience with the people who needed it, a great deal more time to do things that really pleased my mum, a lot more time to cook and give my dad (a great cook) a break, and a bit of time here and there for all of the other things that actually mattered.

I think that we all took away several lessons from a very long haul.

We learned to rally our forces, and do the stuff that mattered the most, farm out what we could, say "thank-you" graciously to friends who offered help (and *accept* that help), and not sweat the small stuff.

It allowed us, as a family, to keep my mum at home, when, in her case, most professionals recommended that we should "find a placement".


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My brothers really don't get it, I don't think. I don't think that they have a clue as to what I do. Tonight, Mom and I started to talk about it and we got interrupted with phone calls so we never got back to the conversation. :(

It's not that I can't clean... I can but I would rather conserve my energy for something else like going to appts. and things like that. I am the medical savvy one. My oldest brother is medical savvy due to his kidney disease but he does not have time to go to my parents' appts. His wife goes with me to a lot of appts. Lately I've grabbed whomever I can because she is busy helping my niece get ready for her wedding this Sat. I coordinate all the transportation since my parents and I don't drive.

Kristi
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When my mum was so ill, that was something that all of us "sisters" arranged...

None of us individually had the money to hire someone through an agency to help with the house and some occasional personal care for Mom. But, when we pooled our "girl's night out" money together, we had enough to make a real difference for Dad and whichever sister was helping with my mum.

I think that talking to your uncle is also a very good idea... he has been there, and may have some very good ideas for you.
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said by simplykristi See Profile :

I got a huge break today... My mom's brother and his wife wants to pay for someone to come in and clean every two weeks. I was speechless! My aunt had breast cancer and gets it. I should really talk to my uncle because he was her primary caregiver during her treatment.

Kristi
That is just great! It is unfortunately all too well established that caregivers themselves become incapacitated due to the physical and emotional demands of what they are doing, and the tendency to ignore their own health & emotional needs...I think that having a little extra help is a fabulous idea, KUDOS to your uncle and his wife!
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I got a huge break today... My mom's brother and his wife wants to pay for someone to come in and clean every two weeks. I was speechless! My aunt had breast cancer and gets it. I should really talk to my uncle because he was her primary caregiver during her treatment.

Kristi
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Don't forget through all of this to take good care of yourself Kristi! With all that you have going on, it is all too easy to neglect yourself!
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said by simplykristi See Profile :

I need a huge amount of good thoughts, mojo, healing light, and prayers that Dad is able to attend my niece's wedding Sat. evening. It would mean sooo much to us for him to be there. A neighbor has offered to loan him a wheelchair.

Lots on the way. It's great to hear that things are a bit on the upswing for your Dad.

Take care!
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First of all, Dad has eaten more today than he has in days. He's had two Ensures and a scrambled egg. He even had a glass of water during his IV fluids today.

Secondly, his counts are starting to come up... His white blood cell count is at 0.7 (better than 0.1!) and his platelets are at 48,000 (better than the 5,000 on Friday!). I realize the counts are still low but at least they are coming back up from Friday.

On Friday this week, Dad sees the nurse practitioner and has blood draw and IV fluids.

I need a huge amount of good thoughts, mojo, healing light, and prayers that Dad is able to attend my niece's wedding Sat. evening. It would mean sooo much to us for him to be there. A neighbor has offered to loan him a wheelchair.

Kristi
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On Tuesday, Dad had an appointment with the oncologist and then fluids. My sister-in-law and I took him to the appointment. The oncologist told Dad that he would end up in the hospital if he did not eat or drink more. Dad then got 2 1/2 hours of fluids.

On Wed., Dad had his scope. After the scope, the GI Specialist told Dad and I that things looked pretty ugly in his esophagus. Dad has 30 to 40 cm of esophogitis. OUCH It is caused from the radiation just as all of us suspected. Dad should heal up over the next couple of months from that. The GI doc also noticed a small ulcer in Dad's stomach. Biopsies were taken in the esophagus and stomach.

On Fri., Dad had an appt. with the nurse practitioner, blood draw, and infusions. The nurse practitioner told Dad and I that his counts were in the crapper. :) Seriously, he is very prone to infection and bleeding right now. His white blood count (WBC) was 0.1 and his platelets were at 5,000. Dad had to get a platelet transfusion at the Bone Marrow Transplant Unit's outpatient infusion room after his IV infusion at the onc's office.

There is a possibility that my dad may end up with a feeding tube. The nurse practitioner said that it could not be done right now because my Dad would get an infection for sure. Mom is all worried since I would have to do a lot of the care. One of my neighbors said that home health could help with that if need be.

On Monday afternoon, Dad has the following: sees the onc on Monday, has blood draw to check counts, and has more IV fluids and more than likely gets more platelets.

The good thoughts, mojo, healing light, and prayers are much appreciated! Thank you!

Kristi
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I'll keep it coming your way!]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20557770 Thu, 29 May 2008 12:50:22 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20552747 simplykristi : I know it has been a few days since I updated. It's been incredibly busy here.

Here's a rundown of everything:

1. Dad had IV hydration twice last week. He got really dehydrated. He had hydration on both Wednesday and Friday.
2. Dad finished his radiation a week ago. Now he is dealing with the side effects from the radiation. Dad is having a burning sensation whenever he eats or drinks.
3. Dad had his port placement on Friday. We were at the hospital for four hours.
4. Dad started his chemo yesterday. He had to be seen by the nurse practitioner first. She wanted him to go see the GI specialists for a scope. I think that fatigue is his biggest problem right now with the chemo.
5. Dad went to see the GI specialist nurse practitioner this morning. He has a scope scheduled for a week from today.

I think that is it for now!

I am off to nap for awhile. I hope that the phone doesn't ring. :)

Thank you for the good thoughts, mojo, healing light, and prayers. They are much appreciated!

Kristi
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Kristi
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Still here.......
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Dad had his sixth radiation treatment this morning. He has four more to go. I have been going with him every time. I get someone to take us since I don't drive. It's nice to know that we can call someone and they can help. That's a big help!

My sister-in-law and I took Dad to his oncologist appt. today. I really like my dad's oncologist. He is very upfront with us. I really like that. My parents and I really like him. We aren't going for a cure... We know that there is no cure for my Dad's cancer. They might be able to get my dad into remission. But the cancer will never go away. We agree that the goal is quality of life. If my dad were younger and in better health, he would go for more aggressive treatment.

The chemo treatment plan:

It will be four cycles of chemo beginning May 27th.

Dad will have a port put in. We are waiting to hear form the oncologist's office to set that up. We should know something today.

Three days of outpatient infusions per cycle. We will try to rotate drivers for that so no one has to take a lot of time from work.

Kristi
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My youngest brother and I took Dad to his radiation treatment today. Everyone we meet has been so nice to us. There is usually two of us when Dad goes to appts. I had to reschedule some of my dad's radiation treatments (moved the times) them due to scheduling conflicts. His radiation will end next Wed. He will have had a total of ten treatments. After talking to one of the radiation docs, we now know why the oncologist is holding off on chemo. They are radiating a large area on Dad. If they started chemo right now, it would limit the amount of areas they could radiate. It makes absolute sense to me.

My youngest brother and I had a little heart-to-heart talk. We are going to make the most of the time that Dad has. We want to make it count BIG TIME.

Tomorrow will be hectic.. I changed Dad's radiation appt. to 11:30 AM. Mom has her bronchscopy at noon. I am sooo glad that everything is in the same building.

Kristi
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:)]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20471438 Mon, 12 May 2008 18:02:49 EDT Monday's Update http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20469941 simplykristi : Today starts a long week of appointments for both Mom and Dad. I get to go to all of their appts. this week.

Today we have radiation for Dad. On Thurs., we meet with the oncologist. If he had stayed in the hospital, Dad could have started his chemo today. My Dad is going to be a pill. :D I always wondered where I got my control freak ways from... Now I know. LOL

I have to go because no some members of my family need help with medical terminology. I am pretty good with it. I took a med term class at work and got 100% on the final.

Kristi
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Still praying and expecting great things yet to be!]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20466329 Sun, 11 May 2008 17:42:12 EDT Re: Early morning well wishes! http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20466057 simplykristi : Jim,
Everyone was sooo nice to my dad at the hospital. I left a little note for the nurses who took care of my dad. They did a fabulous job! My dad has touched a lot of lives even in the three days he was in the hospital. His boss came up to see him. The phone never stops ringing.

Kristi
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We got a call before noon from dad saying I am coming home. :) It's nice to have him home. However, it makes things tough because we don't have anything set up for chemo yet. Dad is suppose to have radiation too. Last we heard, he was suppose to be at the outpatient center for radiation at 2:30 tomorrow. Hopefully we will get a call from the oncologist's office early tomorrow morning with a lot of info.

I have a really big question... I think that my dad could really benefit from supplemental oxygen at times. Does anyone know the Medicare rules for paying for it? I think that we could call the benefits man for the union about the secondary insurance. The nurse seemed to think that it was 82% on room air. My dad runs in the low 90s without supplemental oxygen and in the mid 90s with it.

Kristi
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My Photo Gallery: »www.simplykristi.smugmug.com/]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20465847 Sun, 11 May 2008 15:29:41 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20465698 delenn13 : Still thinking about you, Kristi, from Ontario. Sorry, I know, doesn't cut it but just know we all here for you. :) ]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20465698 Sun, 11 May 2008 14:44:33 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20465592 marica69 : Kristi,

I am saddened by your family situation. My Father in law passed away from cancer nearly 30 years ago and my brother in law just last year. I believe that they and their families (us as well as immediate) had found peace before it happened and while it did not make it go away, it was at the least, a lasting source of strength and courage. I will add you and your family to our families prayers, both that this cup may be lifted and that you will have the strength and courage that you need going forward.

Donny]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20465592 Sun, 11 May 2008 14:13:02 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20465269 suprleg : My best wishes and prayers are going out to you, Kristi.
I'm glad to see you're staying strong and have a good attitude as your family will continue to need both. I went through this same experience with my Dad and know how tough it is. Continued good thoughts headed your way.
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said by simplykristi See Profile :

I haven't seen other patients get visits like my dad.
That says much about how he has touched the lives of others! And that is awesome. My dad seemed to have that kind of network of admirers.

Morning prayer going up in a moment! :D
(For you, your family, and especially your mom and dad.)
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My youngest brother told me that he and dad had a nice visit this afternoon. My brother said he was at peace. I am the same way... I have reached peace. Sure, it will be tough when my dad passes away. We are taking it a day at a time. We are living in the moment.

What is sooo funny is the amount of people who go and visit my dad. People are there thru the day and always in the evening. I think that my dad had a steady stream of visitors today from 3 til after 8. I haven't seen other patients get visits like my dad. I've spent quite a bit of time at the hospital the last two days. I am glad that I can do it.

Kristi
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Kristi
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We will continue to pray for you as long as you need us too.

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I just got home from visiting Dad at the hospital. He had his MRI and his first radiation session this afternoon. He went downstairs for his MRI at 12:50 PM and did not get back up to his room until 6:20. Preliminary results show no mets in the brain. The MRI was really indepth as it took 2 1/2 hours. They did an MRI of the brain and spine. They needed the spine MRI so they could begin radiation right away. He went from the MRI to radiation. His radiation will take five minutes. If he is out of the hospital by Monday, he goes at 2:30 for his treatment. Dad did not tell us how many radiation treatments he will get. I guess we will find out Monday. I need to eat and then head for bed. I am hungry and tired.

Thanks for all the thoughts, prayers, mojo, and everything! You don't know how much they are appreciated!

Kristi
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I saw my dad this morning. I did not get to visit with him much. He has not had his MRI yet. I don't know what the hold up is. One of the oncologist's associates came in while Mom and I were there. The oncologist wants to start radiation right away to relieve some of the pain. They are just waiting for the MRI to be done. It sounds like Dad could get a radiation treatment or two over the weekend.

Kristi
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Kristi
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Dad did not get his MRI today. Hopefully he should have it in the AM. When I left the hospital at 7:10 PM, he was still in a great deal of pain. The medical team is still working on managing his pain.

Mom has her appt. with the pulmonary specialist tomorrow morning. My sister-in-law and I are going with her to the appt. We will be there for awhile. The only symptom Mom is having is her cough at this point. I think that is more allergy than anything. The internist today said he thought that the spot on her lung looked funny. He said Mom's lung breaths were decreased due to her smoking. Hello, she stopped smoking nearly eighteen years ago. Plus, wouldn't he have detected that a long time ago? I asked him about how long that had been going on... He said he would have to look back thru the records. He suggested we get our house tested for radon. Well, I am way ahead of him on that.... I requested a free test two nights ago. Gang, I am not really crazy about my folks' internist. I have gone to him a couple of times and was not overly impressed.

I will update sometime tomorrow afternoon as we will stop to visit my dad. In fact, I may walk over to the hospital while they are doing some of my mom's tests if they will run for a bit.

Kristi
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I feel your pain when you say "i hate cancer", i do too. it has taken out all of my grandmother's siblings over the last 20 years, and she had 22 of em. it's only her and 3 brothers left now. it sucks to hear how this is unfolding, there's some definite mojo coming from over here
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These tough moments sure make courage a given - never a choice.
Hope you stay together and know many people are beaming love your way!]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20454112 Thu, 08 May 2008 21:55:47 EDT Re: Today's Update on Dad http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20454055 Carol : You're all in our prayers, Kristi.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20454055 Thu, 08 May 2008 21:47:02 EDT Re: Today's Update on Dad http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20452970 EGeezer : We'll be praying for you and your family - I'm glad you have a doctor you like, and hope your family can enjoy much quality time with your Dad.
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We met the oncologist. The consult was ordered because the nurse told me at one point. At 12:30, the oncologist came in and spoke with my parents and I for the first time. We all three really like him. The oncologist was very upfront with us, which we really appreciated. We learned about the treatment plan and got the results of the PET scan. The PET scan pretty much revealed what we knew... There is spread to the liver (couple of spots) and the some of the bones. The prognosis is 1 to 2 years with treatment. Without treatment, it would be a month or two. We are not looking for a cure. There's a chance that the treatment will fail my dad. The oncologist said that he has only seen this in a handful of patients. The oncologist wants to do radiation first to help decrease my dad's pain. He is guessing 10 to 15 sessions. He will get a radiation doc into see him either today or tomorrow. Could possibly start radiation before he is discharged from the hospital. Chemo will start after radiation begins. I asked the oncologist about what would be used... He told me Carboplatin and VP-16.

Dad is having an MRI this afternoon. They are doing an MRI of the brain and spine. The internist will be by to see him after 5 PM (after office hours).

Our immediate goal is to get my dad to my oldest niece's wedding on Sat., June 14th. Quality of life is still the main goal.

We are in the process of getting his advance directive set up. I am one of the alternate agents along with my oldest brother.

That's where we are now.

Kristi
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Kristi
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said by simplykristi See Profile :

I HATE CANCER!!!

Kristi
Don't we all. That is the main reason for me being here and hoping that the cycles that I contribute will in some small way make a difference in the battle against this dreaded disease. Hang in there and don't give up hope.
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Kristi
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There is allot of stuff going on for you and your family right now. I am sorry this is happening to you, while also trying to get ready for what is supposed to be the happiest time for your niece getting married.
I am sure I can speak for everyone when I say we will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Along with sending lots of Mojo your way too.
Piece be with you as you go through this time.

Philip]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20447687 Wed, 07 May 2008 18:50:08 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20447270 signmeuptoo : kristi, I've got tears coming out for you, that's for sure. I'll keep praying. Oh if only humans lived for 200 years...]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20447270 Wed, 07 May 2008 17:28:53 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20447182 simplykristi : We meet with the oncologist on Tues., May 13th at 9:30 AM.

Kristi
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Prayers and mojo continuing as you help your mom and dad out through this time.
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I am a pretty realistic person about what is going to happen. I know that my dad's odds of longterm survival is next to nothing. My greatest goal for him is getting thru my oldest niece's wedding next month. I am terribly sad for my oldest niece as this is to be a very happy time in her life and it is not. Out of all the grandkids, I worry about her the most. It is devastating to all of us but to her it will be especially difficult.

Please don't be shy about posting... If you don't know what to say... Just say I am thinking about you. Good thoughts, mojo, light, and prayers are always welcomed and appreciated.

Kristi
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Kristi
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And he might as well get a buzz cut cause the treatments make his hair fall out. He has had 2 sets of treatments so far, I think. During the treatments rent your dad lots of movies or check out books to keep him busy while he is recupping. Then let HIM decide what he can do or not do.
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Kristi]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20441930 Tue, 06 May 2008 19:19:23 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20441743 SueN :
I know you feel the despair, you and your family continue to be in my thoughts and prayers
]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20441743 Tue, 06 May 2008 18:44:26 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20441741 delenn13 : It sure does, hon. That is what Allen's bestfriend has. He is doing the treatments but it takes a lot out of him(being 70 years old).]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20441741 Tue, 06 May 2008 18:44:12 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20441694 simplykristi : Sh!t I just told my Dad is odds of survival because he wanted to know. I HATE CANCER!!!!!!!!!!

Kristi
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Kristi
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Kristi
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None the less, I will keep my prayers going.

I remember my grandfather being diagnosed with leukemia. The doctors gave him 3 months to live.
He lived 1 1/2 years.

I know it is tough. But try to keep your spirits up. Your dad will appreciate that.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20423722 Fri, 02 May 2008 21:51:22 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20423573 simplykristi : Yes he had a bronchoscopy today. We know the cancer has spread. Surgery is not an option due to his emphysema. Radiation and/or chemo would be his only treatment options.

Kristi]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20423573 Fri, 02 May 2008 21:18:06 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20422718 mig : I take it your dad had a bronchoscopy today? Please don't have total despair at this time. If it is localized in the right mainstem bronchus and has not spread, laser bronchoscopy may be an option to open the airway and make breathing easier for your dad.

No matter, our thoughts & prayers are still with your dad and the rest of your family.

Take care]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20422718 Fri, 02 May 2008 17:58:20 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20422715 squirt : Sorry to hear the news.

I'm sure that you and your brother being there for your dad and mom as the doctors figure out the best course of action is doing them a world of good.

Prayers continue.
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I will continue praying HARDER for your dad! ]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20422666 Fri, 02 May 2008 17:46:55 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20422627 simplykristi : My dad had his biopsy today. It does not look good, gang. Not good. My brother and I went with our dad because my mom had some dental work done. The doctor told us that the tumor was blocking his right bronchial tube and was probably large. The tumor looked angry. That tells us it is aggressive. We will know the results late Tuesday afternoon. I couldn't get out of the waiting room w/o crying first.

Kristi
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]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20419072 Thu, 01 May 2008 23:16:44 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20416695 Dominokat : Continuing prayers to you and your parents.
Especially your dad. ]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20416695 Thu, 01 May 2008 14:06:30 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20416637 simplykristi : My dad went to see the pulmonary specialist this morning. He has a tumor on his right lung that his pressing against his esophagus. There's one lymph node that is enlarged and a small spot on the liver. My dad will have a biopsy tomorrow. We will get the results Mon. or Tues. of what tyope of cancer he has. He will have a PET scan on Wed. to see where there are other areas.

Thank you for all the good thoughts, mojo, and prayers. They are very much appreciated.

Kristi
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Prayers sent.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20410263 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 11:09:43 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20406948 TwoFrogs : You have such a double heartache, Kristi, I cannot imagine what you are going through. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20406948 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 17:29:27 EDT Re: [Serious] Good Thoughts and Pryers for myt Parents http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20404398 simplykristi : Thanks for all the prayers, light, and all. It's very much appreciated.

I have come to accept the fact that my dad has cancer and it has spread without an official diagnosis. My dad is suffering from terrible back pain. He had an abdominal CT this morning. I am not going to lie or fantasize to myself... I do not expect my dad to be around in six months to a year.

I hope that my mom does not have cancer.

This really sucks. Thank goodness that my middle brother is moving in with us. It's going to take us to run the household.

Kristi
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I'm just a few hours away if you need anything.
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I will add my voice

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I need good thoughts and prayers for my parents. My dad probably has cancer... He has a suspicious spot on his lung, enlarged lymph node, and concerns about his liver. My mom has a suspicious spot on her lung. I will keep you all posted.

Please Note: All updates will be kept in this thread... I don't want to start a new thread for any time there is an update.

Kristi

sortofanedit: See also --->
»[Serious] My Worst Fears Are Coming True
»Hello and Quick Update
»[Serious] Oldest Brother
»Dad Passed away Peacefully at 6:20 AM on 10/15/08
»My Dad's Visitation and Memorial
»[Deep] Long Overdue Update
»[Serious] Overdue Update
»[Serious] Heavy Heart


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