David still in hospice but hanging on

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  • AnneCan
    AnneCan Member Posts: 3,673 Member
    #42
    pf78248 said:

    Thanks, Pepe
    David is now surrounded by his entire family except our daughter in law who will be here soon. Most of his friends have been here off and on. And our church family has been wonderful

    As I write, I am at his bedside with him resting comfortably. We had a good cry together this morning. He knows the end is near and his biggest issue is the confusion that comes with hepatic encephalopathy. That is hard to watch.

    You are so good to ask about him. I hope you are doing ok and fighting your cancer as hard as you can. Thank you again for your kindness.

    Hugs and Healing,
    Priscilla

    Thinking of you
    Priscilla,

    I am thinking of you + David. Thanks for taking the time to let us know how David is doing. Take good care of yourself.
  • archer1
    archer1 Member Posts: 8
    #43
    John23 said:

    Priscilla -


    I hate to toss my two centavos into this, but even with David
    in hospice, have you considered consulting with a doctor
    of Traditional Chinese Medicine? Even a qualified herbalist
    can work wonders for boosting the immune system!

    The liver can regenerate itself, but only if the body can supply
    it with what it needs. All medications are toxic, and the liver
    is the one organ responsible for cleaning the toxins out of the
    blood. The liver gets overloaded when it's a complete organ,
    so I guess you can appreciate how overworked it must be
    when 70% of it's been removed.

    That situation can be overcome with a good diet and some help
    from other than "conventional" medications.

    It's only a suggestion from me, but I really think it would be
    to your advantage to consult TCM doc, or a good herbalist
    and see what they might be able to offer.

    Getting that liver back into shape can take less time when
    the body has what it needs to do the job!

    (If he was at home, I'd suggest "juicing" as well.. but a bit difficult
    to do away from home)

    Wishing you both the best!

    John

    Would it be too late for what you suggest ?
    If there are mets in the liver, signs of jaundice, significant weight loss, weakness, fatigue, and mass in the lower back area, do you think holistic alternatives would still be effective? I know the best medicine is positive thinking and a fight fight fight attitude, but do you think there would be a chance to get the liver functioning well enough to set the c in remission?
  • archer1
    archer1 Member Posts: 8
    #44
    John23 said:

    Priscilla -


    I hate to toss my two centavos into this, but even with David
    in hospice, have you considered consulting with a doctor
    of Traditional Chinese Medicine? Even a qualified herbalist
    can work wonders for boosting the immune system!

    The liver can regenerate itself, but only if the body can supply
    it with what it needs. All medications are toxic, and the liver
    is the one organ responsible for cleaning the toxins out of the
    blood. The liver gets overloaded when it's a complete organ,
    so I guess you can appreciate how overworked it must be
    when 70% of it's been removed.

    That situation can be overcome with a good diet and some help
    from other than "conventional" medications.

    It's only a suggestion from me, but I really think it would be
    to your advantage to consult TCM doc, or a good herbalist
    and see what they might be able to offer.

    Getting that liver back into shape can take less time when
    the body has what it needs to do the job!

    (If he was at home, I'd suggest "juicing" as well.. but a bit difficult
    to do away from home)

    Wishing you both the best!

    John

    Would it be too late for what you suggest ?
    If there are mets in the liver, signs of jaundice, significant weight loss, weakness, fatigue, and mass in the lower back area, do you think holistic alternatives would still be effective? I know the best medicine is positive thinking and a fight fight fight attitude, but do you think there would be a chance to get the liver functioning well enough to set the c in remission?
  • Annabelle41415
    Annabelle41415 Member Posts: 6,742 Member
    #45
    Thinking of You
    Thinking of you both and wishing you the best. Sorry this is so hard right now. Just hoping that you know you both are being thought and prayed for.

    Kim
  • Nana b
    Nana b Member Posts: 3,030 Member
    #46
    Annabelle41415 said:

    Thinking of You
    Thinking of you both and wishing you the best. Sorry this is so hard right now. Just hoping that you know you both are being thought and prayed for.

    Kim

    ME too
    So Sorry David is doing so poorly. No words can describe the anguish I feel. Try and be strong, it has to be tough! Hugs, Raque;
  • chicoturner
    chicoturner Member Posts: 282
    #47
    Priscilla and David, You are
    Priscilla and David, You are both in my prayers. Hugs to you both. Love, Jean
  • John23
    John23 Member Posts: 2,122 Member
    #48
    archer1 said:

    Would it be too late for what you suggest ?
    If there are mets in the liver, signs of jaundice, significant weight loss, weakness, fatigue, and mass in the lower back area, do you think holistic alternatives would still be effective? I know the best medicine is positive thinking and a fight fight fight attitude, but do you think there would be a chance to get the liver functioning well enough to set the c in remission?

    archer1 -
    Re:
    "If there are mets in the liver, signs of jaundice, significant
    weight loss, weakness, fatigue, and mass in the lower back area,
    do you think holistic alternatives would still be effective? I
    know the best medicine is positive thinking and a fight fight
    fight attitude, but do you think there would be a chance to get
    the liver functioning well enough to set the c in remission? "

    There's a difference between "holistic alternatives" and a science
    that's thousands of years old, Archer1.

    My best hopes and wishes go to Priscilla and David.


    John
  • archer1
    archer1 Member Posts: 8
    #49
    Thoughts and Prayers go out to you


    In life we may not know which battles we'll have to fight, but we can always be sure of who is fighting them with us. God's love and many prayers are all around you....now and for as long as it takes.
  • archer1
    archer1 Member Posts: 8
    #50
    John23 said:

    archer1 -
    Re:
    "If there are mets in the liver, signs of jaundice, significant
    weight loss, weakness, fatigue, and mass in the lower back area,
    do you think holistic alternatives would still be effective? I
    know the best medicine is positive thinking and a fight fight
    fight attitude, but do you think there would be a chance to get
    the liver functioning well enough to set the c in remission? "

    There's a difference between "holistic alternatives" and a science
    that's thousands of years old, Archer1.

    My best hopes and wishes go to Priscilla and David.


    John

    Sorry John
    Sorry John, I don't know much about holistic alternatives or the traditional chinese medicine or even the difference in both, so it looks like my question may have been worded the wrong way.

    With those symptoms, do you think it would be too late to look into the traditional Chinese medicine? Do you also know what can be expected during this time ...pain, etc.?
    How do you go about finding someone who practices this type of treatment?

    Thanks for your help.

    Hopes and wishes go to Priscilla and David as well.
  • grammadebbie
    grammadebbie Member Posts: 464
    #51
    pf78248 said:

    Not doing too well
    Pepe,

    Thanks for asking. Today marks the five month anniversary of his liver resection and he is really getting tired. He has confusion and sleeps so much. He is in very little pain, for that we are blessed. I believe his days are getting very numbered and I cherish everyday with him. I hope he holds on till everyone gets to Texas to see him. You are so kind to ask. I wish his resection had been a success and I am glad you got over your days of liver failure. His remaining liver remnant was in bad shape and the blocked bile duct complicated it even more.

    Keep posting! This is great group. It's hard to lose our loved ones on this board. A very sad day with Donna's passing. Keep in touch!

    Hugs and Healing,
    Priscilla

    Prayers
    Dear Ones,

    Thank you for sharing such intimate feelings with us. I have no words to express the admiration and respect I feel towards you and your family. May the Lord Bless you and keep you give you peace and comfort.

    Big Hugs and Prayers,

    Debbie
  • Hatshepsut
    Hatshepsut Member Posts: 336 Member
    #52
    Priscilla and David
    Priscilla and David:

    I've followed your journey with hope and sadness. I wish it was otherwise for you both. Yours is obviously a great love.

    You have taught us a good deal about courage.

    Hatshepsut
  • krf
    krf Member Posts: 98
    #53
    Hi Priscilla-
    Thinking of
    Hi Priscilla-

    Thinking of you and David and wishing for peace for you both.

    With love,
    Kim
  • John23
    John23 Member Posts: 2,122 Member
    #54
    archer1 said:

    Sorry John
    Sorry John, I don't know much about holistic alternatives or the traditional chinese medicine or even the difference in both, so it looks like my question may have been worded the wrong way.

    With those symptoms, do you think it would be too late to look into the traditional Chinese medicine? Do you also know what can be expected during this time ...pain, etc.?
    How do you go about finding someone who practices this type of treatment?

    Thanks for your help.

    Hopes and wishes go to Priscilla and David as well.

    Archer1
    I dropped you a PM.

    Take care!

    John
  • ktlcs
    ktlcs Member Posts: 358
    #55
    krf said:

    Hi Priscilla-
    Thinking of
    Hi Priscilla-

    Thinking of you and David and wishing for peace for you both.

    With love,
    Kim

    Priscilla
    Having been there myself I know what you are voth going through, these are the dark days of the disease, the toughest time you will endure. Just take as much time as you can to be with him, to be together and to do whatever you can to make him comfortable and calm.

    You are a remarkable, strong person and my prayers are with you both

    Kathy

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