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Update on my Dad

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Well, two days after my initial post he underwent emergency surgery in the middle of the night for a blocked colon. During that operation the surgeon was able to remove a known tumor along with a large chunk of his bowel. His recovery has been tough and involved a stint in a nursing home. That part was hard. Unless you have experienced that sort of thing I really can't relate what it is like. We were down to having to feed him at one point.

This week he was cleared to come home. Yesterday was huge for me seeing this scene. There are still issues to deal with, but in this sort of thing you take every victory you can get.

Dad & Jean.JPG
 
That's an awesome photo, love the smiles!!
God Bless them both!

One day at a time mate.
Thanks for the update.

Best Regards
Gary
 
Wonderful news and photo, Robert! We're thankful for any moments like these when life takes these turns.
 
Great news, Robert! My prayers go forth for a rapid and successful recovery.
 
Awesome awesome... Glad he is back home, Robert.

Mom went through this 3 years ago. I remember they put her also in a home. I wanted her home, but no. She did get good care. I stayed with her there. We all took turns (sis and bro) staying with her and made it a party so she wasnt alone. Getting her back home was so nice.

She also got a section taken out. Then a battle with fragments that went to the liver. Now in remission. Lots of praying.
 
This is great news and I hope that things will continue to get better
 
Yes great news about your father, Robert.

Sadly I lost an aunt and uncle this year; ..and my Mother died just a few years back. And we also lost my youngest brother aged just 34, and my nephew died suddenly aged just 24.

But life continues. It's like when Buddha said: "Show me a family that is untouched by death and grief".

GF
 
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Two months later I'm happy to report that Dad is doing well all things considered. A few weeks ago we met with the Oncologist for the first time since he had the surgery in the middle of the night. Turns out that the removed tumor was the only one he had. After getting some good information from the Doc we all agreed that he would do chemotherapy as it was the only way to ensure that the cancer gets totally wiped out, he was physically able to tolerate it, and it is sort of a prerequisite to getting the colostomy reversed which would be a big quality of life plus.

So far he's doing really well. No issues with nausea and so far the hair loss is minimal if at all.

I see him weekly. He knows who I am, and the visits are good. I usually take him out to the airport for a meal at the little cafe, then we go to the hanger for a while. I am massively thankful for how things have gone so far.
 
Hi Robert,
Thanks for the update, your Dad has remained in my thoughts and prayers.
So good to hear that he is doing well, and that he is continuing to fight on with aggressive treatment.
Also great to hear you can hang out with him, especially with airport cafe therapy...brilliant idea!
Wow.....this good news!

Best regards
Gary
 
Such terrific news to read this morning! I'll definitely keep your dad in my prayers that he may continue improving.
 
Dear Robert

I am happy to hear this about your father. I really hope he's doing ok and I wish him a full and swift recovery.

With great respect,
Sergio Kauffman.
 
First off I want to thank everyone for the encouragement, thoughts, and prayers. I so wish I could give better news...

A couple of weeks ago he was taken off of the chemo due to complications. A new scan was done this last week which revealed that the cancer had returned. It is in his colon, and has now spread to his lungs. At this point we are weighing the options regarding treatment vs. quality of life. Given the circumstances we are considering getting him into a hospice to ease the transition.

Again, thanks for the support. It has meant a lot.
Robert
 
Hi Robert,
Sorry to hear that.
Just do your best to spend time with your Dad, that and keep your Mom's spirits up.
The thoughts and prayers will continue.

Take care
Gary
 
Robert I am deeply sorrowed by this news. It is of course a given that everyone faces this situation at some point, we just don't know when or how. Even so, it almost always comes as an unwelcome surprise. Hospice care appears to be the best alternative at this juncture.

I lost my only brother to hepatic cancer back in 1999. Had I not taken very early retirement so I could provide home care during his final days, he would have had to go into hospice where he'd have spent the majority of his remaining time completely alone. I simply could not allow that to happen.

My prayers will continue for everyone during this difficult time.
 
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