Praying for good test results for my (Kim's) Dad
We know he has had continual divine guidance through this process---but I just want to ask you all for prayers for the next few days---they just don't know what to expect and I know are nervous about it.
I know you all have gone through these tests as well....it is comforting to know we are not alone... thank you all for being here for so many others!
Kim
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Lomotil helped me
Kim,
I can certainly identify with your dad's side effects. Unfortunately diarrhea is one of the common side effects of xeloda. It is also a common side effect of 5 FU and I certainly had it. I discussed it with my oncologist and he prescribed Lomotil. I took one before each meal every day while I had chemo and it reduced the diarrhea substantially. Diarrhea certainly makes traveling a challenge!!!
Also, as William suggests, when they give me that big container of contrast to drink I tell them, "I only have about half of my stomach, so I am only going to drink half of this." They always say, "drink what you can."
We will be praying that your dad gets a good report from the CT scan.
Best Regards,
Paul Adams
AKA "paul61"
McCormick, South Carolina0 -
prayers comingpaul61 said:Lomotil helped me
Kim,
I can certainly identify with your dad's side effects. Unfortunately diarrhea is one of the common side effects of xeloda. It is also a common side effect of 5 FU and I certainly had it. I discussed it with my oncologist and he prescribed Lomotil. I took one before each meal every day while I had chemo and it reduced the diarrhea substantially. Diarrhea certainly makes traveling a challenge!!!
Also, as William suggests, when they give me that big container of contrast to drink I tell them, "I only have about half of my stomach, so I am only going to drink half of this." They always say, "drink what you can."
We will be praying that your dad gets a good report from the CT scan.
Best Regards,
Paul Adams
AKA "paul61"
McCormick, South Carolina
Hi Kim,
Will be praying that your Dad's tests all come back clear. Hope his diarrhea clears, I took Lomotil like Paul is recommending but I was on the 5FU at the time and my cleanup was taxotere no diarrhea with that one. Hope he feels better and sounds like he has so much spunk always a good thing. Prayers always and good wishes.
Donna700 -
Kim,
Prayers for your mom &
Kim,
Prayers for your mom & dad and you too. We daughters have a tough time sometimes not being able to be there but we have other responsibilities too.
Your dad has already gotten past the tough stuff - keep the faith and start planning that family reunion
Hugs,
Cindy0 -
Sending prayers your way!!faye082 said:Lots of prayers coming your way Kim!
I will be praying for great test results for your Dad! He's so lucky to have such a great daughter by his side
I'll be thinking of you and your parents!!! I'm sorry to hear about your uncle not being a survivor. I try to come on here, but it's still too hard. All my best to you and your parents!!
Erika0
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