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Damn that sucks. Here is hoping for the best for your father and your family.
Sorry to hear that mate. I hope that things improve.
(Don't wish to seem a nosy parker but the dialysis is/isn't working? If not, why? If his condition is terminal, from the metastases, at least the dialysis should extend his time with you and alleviate some of the acute renal failure symptoms?)
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RabidAlien
1st Lieutenant
No prob, Graeme...just don't expect too detailed a report, most of what the doctors say is in Latin and waaaay over my head! He had one kidney removed back in February, the main tumor mass was growing in it. They decided not to do radiation on the rest of the cancer (reason I was given at the time was that there just wasn't enough to worry about radiation....apparently, it was too widespread to worry about radiation), but put him on some medications. One of which was "Sutent". One of the side-effects is adverse kidney reactions. Three weeks ago, he was re-admitted into the hospital over the weekend (before MothersDay) for kidney failure. When he was admitted, his remaining kidney was functioning at 10%. While they were discussing options, it dropped to 4%. They hooked up the dialysis machine immediately. My wife and I drove down over MothersDay weekend, and they seemed optimistic that they'd "caught it in time". Once again, they were either misinformed (probably not) or trying to protect their kids (which brings up a whole 'nuther set of gripes which would need a lot of time and a leather sofa to lay on while venting). I got the phone call yesterday evening from Dad himself. And that's all I know about what's going on.
ToughOmbre
Senior Master Sergeant
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your Dad RA.
TO
TO
Cota1992
Senior Airman
Prayers from our home for your Dad and you as well,
Take care
Art
Take care
Art
Erich
the old Sage
RA
how is his breathing ? I ask as my Dad is doing crap with his bi-pass surgery his kidneys are not processing the fluids needed-backing up and forcing this toxins into his lungs. wondering if your Dad is having the same hell-hole experience ?
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how is his breathing ? I ask as my Dad is doing crap with his bi-pass surgery his kidneys are not processing the fluids needed-backing up and forcing this toxins into his lungs. wondering if your Dad is having the same hell-hole experience ?
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RabidAlien
1st Lieutenant
Sorry, didn't see your post yesterday Erich. Last time I was down there, he seemed to be breathing really shallow, and was really weak. Dunno much more than that.
Got a call this afternoon (about 10 calls, actually...I'd left my cell in the office for a little bit. The ONE time today that I left my cell...). Dad passed away around (I'd guess, based on call-times) 3:30 or 4PM. Good news is that once they got him off the dialysis and unhooked and unplugged and everything, over into the hospice, he was actually REALLY comfortable and happier.
Got a call this afternoon (about 10 calls, actually...I'd left my cell in the office for a little bit. The ONE time today that I left my cell...). Dad passed away around (I'd guess, based on call-times) 3:30 or 4PM. Good news is that once they got him off the dialysis and unhooked and unplugged and everything, over into the hospice, he was actually REALLY comfortable and happier.
vikingBerserker
Lieutenant General
My deepest sympathy.
109ROAMING
2nd Lieutenant
Really sadden reading that Rapid
Hang in there mate
Hang in there mate
Cota1992
Senior Airman
I'm really sorry to hear that, we will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Vassili Zaitzev
Master Sergeant
Once again, sorry to hear this Rabid.
Doughboy
Staff Sergeant
I'm sorry to hear about your father...I will be praying for you.
Airframes
Benevolens Magister
That's really sad news RA. My thoughts are with you and the family.
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RabidAlien
1st Lieutenant
Thanks again for all the prayers, y'all. At least one was answered....that if it was his time, that it wouldn't be painful and prolonged.
GrauGeist
Generalfeldmarschall zur Luftschiff Abteilung
Sad news, RA...losing a family member is tough, my condolences.
Thorlifter
Captain
OMG RA, I'm so sorry for your loss. We almost lost my dad about 15 months ago with his heart failure and I don't know what I would do without him around. Losing a parent is so hard, but I was happy to hear he had some time of comfort. I will continue to put you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. You hang in there buddy.
If you want to talk or vent, PM me. I'm just around the corner from ya (Garland) and will offer a shoulder for you to lean on if you need one.
If you want to talk or vent, PM me. I'm just around the corner from ya (Garland) and will offer a shoulder for you to lean on if you need one.
evangilder
"Shooter"
Condolences to you and your family, RA. Words fail at times like these, but your family will be our thoughts and prayers.
Catch22
Major
Ouch, sorry to hear it!
