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Your Dad
Hi Ken - It is difficult to answer your question because so much varies depending on the individual. If your Dad is still eating fairly well and not losing weight, then he may have more time than the doctor estimated. Just wondering, is Hospice available in your area? Their support might be very helpful to you and your mother, as well as your Dad. Also, Hospice workers have a lot of experience with similar situations and should be able to give you guidance along the way. I am sorry about your Dad's situation - Best wishes to you all.0 -
I kind of...ADKer said:Your Dad
Hi Ken - It is difficult to answer your question because so much varies depending on the individual. If your Dad is still eating fairly well and not losing weight, then he may have more time than the doctor estimated. Just wondering, is Hospice available in your area? Their support might be very helpful to you and your mother, as well as your Dad. Also, Hospice workers have a lot of experience with similar situations and should be able to give you guidance along the way. I am sorry about your Dad's situation - Best wishes to you all.
...thought they had alittle longer without treatment, my husbands grandfather died of colon cancer as well, but he quit his treatments after a short while, they gave him like 3 months to live, and he went on to 2 years! so, I don't think doctors are always right as well, you never know, he may just surprise you and be around longer, I thought if you didn't get treatment, you could still live a couple years though.
Hugssss!
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Ken
Ken,
Did the doctors give any indication of exactly what would cause your father to go so quickly? Liver failure from the tumors there or something in the lungs that is ominous? It would be easier for the family if you knew what you were looking for. He may very well surprise that doctor and decide to stick around awhile. You never know.
I understand the desire to be there for both your father and your mother right up until the end. Planning your own life can be difficult right now. Please remember that it is normal to want schedule all of this into your own life. (My husband always feels guilty for even having thoughts of fitting his own life into all this canzer nonsense!) Be patient and kind to yourself and you will be better able to care for your parents needs. JMHO
Good Luck,
Kimby0
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