bettyanne
Forum Replies Created
-
Posts
-
My Dad was 64 when he was diagnosed and died at almost 67. He developed many septic infections over the two years but was always able to bounce back after iv antiobiotics in the hospital. It is a horrible disease but he had a peaceful death with very little pain. He was at home with hospice. It was a very hard decision but he stopped chemo 8 months ago. He was so sick on the chemo that he couldn’t enjoy life and had to be in the hospital for chemo related side effects. He took a break and did so well off that he never went back on. My Dad was an amazing man.
I am so sorry to hear about your Uncle. My Dad was treated at Memorial Sloan Kettering in Long Island. They have centers in commack and I think garden city. The website is mskcc.org. He had Gemzar for almost a year. He lived with a very good quality of life for over 2 years. My Dad had the drain put in and did great with it. He would have it changed when he developed a fever or infection. It is much easier than a colostomy bag. He could turn it off during the day so he didn’t have to wear the bag and would let it drain at night. Good Luck to you.
