Posted on 05/08/2013 6:25:18 PM PDT by Nowhere Man
Well, Mom had her Pet scan and they say she has small tumors all around her body like liver, brain and so forth. The breast doctor says it does not look good. B-( However, I’ll talk to her oncologist too as well as explore other options, I like what Yogi Berra said, “it ain’t over till it’s over.” Needless to say I’m open to suggestions.
You are so right. As long as we're alive, there's still hope.
We really need a cancer warriors ping list (if there isn't one) because there are so many people here who have fought it or are fighting it now. They may have more advice for you.
In the meantime, here's my humble opinion: First, go for the conventional treatment. I don't know what the doctors will offer to do in this case - probably more chemotherapy.
However, sometimes, if a patient is too weak, doctors will refuse to give chemo if they think it will do more harm than good. If the doctors refuse to give her chemo, remember to ask them about clinical trials.
In the meantime, maybe you could consider holistic/alternative treatment. Some holistic/alternative treatments that cancer patients have been trying recently are:
Vitamin D3
Intravenous Vitamin C
Other supplements supposed to help fight cancer
Cutting all sugar from diet and drinking fresh vegetable juices
I wish I had more suggestions to give. Hopefully, someone out there will see this thread and give more suggestions.
Thanks, I’d like to know more about the clinical trials and so forth, I also sent you Freepmail about it.
I’m sorry to hear they’ve detected a bunch of small tumors and join in earnest prayer for her.
Well, my mother’s breast docotr thinks there is not much hope but
I talked to a couple of oncologists who believe that there could be some hope, not for a full cure of course but to maybe manage it enough to extend her life, how long, they do not know and they will have to see if it can work. I’m also printing put materials too about the various INC centers too to see if I can get any of the oncologists to contact and consult them to see what they think. First, they want to try radiation to the whole brain to stop the swelling and hopefully shrink the tumors prior to the chemo. THey got her on steroids for that now, there were times Mom was kind of in a stupor and/or loopy but she is doing 95% fine. She had double vision, it has been reduced but still a side issue. Mom is determined to fight. I’m doing research online as well as my aunt, her sister.
I’m praying earnestly for her, you and all the family!
Headed to church now. While there, I will pray for your mom and you and her doctors.
Also, let’s look into starting a cancer warriors ping list, if there isn’t one already. I’ll probably post a vanity message about it, and I’ll ping you to the thread.
Prayer ping request! A FRiend is in need of more prayer.
Please see update in post #185. Thank you!
Prayer warrior ping, update at post 185
You two are in my prayers.
Go Pens!
Yeah, we moved Mom to a personal care home yesterday and she signed a living will, my aunt, her sister, takes care of the medical side and me, the financial. My aunt and uncle do go on a cruise for two weeks soon so I’m secondary on the medical as well. Just got a lot on my plate, cleaning the place up sice whe someone is sick and you’re the only caregiver, the place can look like a pig sty but next seek, I have a friend or two to help me. Also, I’m looking for a full-time job or two part-time Obama ones, but I have to get some affairs in order to protect the estate first plus I know a few people I can talk to who can point to me for employment hopefully. I hate to sound pessimistic but I do need to prepare to go it alone. I’m also speaking to our chiropractor on how we can do things naturally to help extend her life and give her some quality too. I’m praying to get through the New Year and we can negotiate from there.
I am sorry to hear this news. Please look for the freepmail I’ll be sending you in a minute.
I am so sorry to hear this diagnosis, dear Nowhere Man and join in urgent, earnest prayer for her and for you and all the loved ones as you prepare for her homegoing.
It is evident in every post that you are a devoted son to your mother and that she is a strong woman. I am so sorry to hear this latest news. My prayers for the two of you continue...
Stay strong, FRiend, You are never alone. You have my prayers, as does your mom.
i’m so sorry to hear this. God be with her and you. Let Him welcome her home.
and God’s speed on your financials.
I’m sorry. You and your Mom are in my prayers.
My condolences and prayers are with you at this time.
NM: God is with you. I am praying for courage for you, and peace for your mom.
The latin root of courage is cor, means heart.
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