Cancer news good, liver bad

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HisJoy
HisJoy Member Posts: 113
edited March 2014 in Colorectal Cancer #1
Hello, all. I haven't been in here or posted for some time. I was hospitalized in November after throwing up for 5 hours only to find that I had fluid in my abdomen. After CT scan, liver/spleen screen, and a paracentesis (they use a big needle to drain the fluid), I was BACK in the hospital again this whole past week. Instead of bouncing back after chemo, which I finished up in Sept, I continued to go downhill.

Final diagnosis: liver failure. I am into what they call "decompensated cirrhosis," which is a terminal disease. The only "cure" is a liver transplant, but no one will consider me for a trnasplant because of my cancer history. I cannot take any more Avastin or other drugs for the cancer, nor can I do chemo again if it comes back, because the liver would kill me.

I'm tired a LOT, have difficulty walking even short distances, and stairs are a real challenge. If I take my time and rest frequently, it's really not too bad. I am taking diruetics for the fluid build-up and am hopeful that I can manage this with rigid nutrition and supplements.

I am content and at peace. I enjoy life and my grandchildren and children every day. I am surrounded by people who love me. Who could ask for more??

Joyfully,
BB
The Joy of the Lord is my Stregth

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  • goldfinch
    goldfinch Member Posts: 735
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    BB,
    I'm sorry to hear your news. I admire the strength that you are showing in facing this next challenge.
    Your plan to manage this with rigid nutrition and supplements is wise.
    Wishing you good health, continued strength, hope and joy.
    Mary
  • Betsydoglover
    Betsydoglover Member Posts: 1,248 Member
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    BB - I will keep you in my prayers. Your wonderful attitude is an inspiration to all of us I think. Wishing you all the best.

    Betsy
  • taraHK
    taraHK Member Posts: 1,952 Member
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    Bonnie, I was so sorry to hear this news. Thank you for posting -- I have been thinking about you and wondering how you were doing. I want to let you know what a wonderful source of strength and inspiration you have been to me personally. I remember the help you gave me when I was going through my hair loss 'crisis'. I am wishing you all the best and sending love and prayers your way.
    Tara
  • 2bhealed
    2bhealed Member Posts: 2,064 Member
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    hello BB,

    So sorry to hear your news.

    You are in my prayers.

    peace, emily who can do all things through Christ who strengthens me too! :-)
  • kerry
    kerry Member Posts: 1,313 Member
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    You are in my prayers....I have read your web page and I know you are in the Lord's hands.

    All my love

    Kerry
  • kangatoo
    kangatoo Member Posts: 2,105 Member
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    kerry said:

    You are in my prayers....I have read your web page and I know you are in the Lord's hands.

    All my love

    Kerry

    Hi Bonnie. If I may quote you gal I think the following truly sums up your determination to fight this battle.
    " When we're born, we set out to sea. We get used to calm seas and sometimes want to just stay in port instead of launching out and growing. We grow accustomed to the firm deck under our feet. But when the waters rise and the storms set in, it's easy to be afraid. But what if...what if instead of fearing and clutching to our comfort zones and relying on the solid deck - what if we look across the waves and see Jesus walking on the water!?? How many of us can leave the safety and security of the deck like Peter did?

    Your courage,strength and faith Bonnie I know will help guide you on your journey, whatever that holds for you. Huggs fom your ozzie friends, Ross and Jen

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