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Following rash & mild jaundice Jerry’s CTSCAN showed tumor in bile duct – Nov., 05. Bile duct catheter placed in Dec. Oncologist suggested chemo,but with only minimal chance of shrinkage of tumor, but with considerable side effects. He chose no treatment & does not regret. As of June 9, he is progressively weaker but at home. Hospice nurse visits once/wk. His greatest problem is blood clots causing very swollen legs & one arm. He is now on Lasix, coumadin & methodone. He is 74 yrs & has always been in excellent health with NO health problems & leading very active life. (Much younger than 74). I also read about Asian parasite – he served 21 months in Korea during war (1953/54). He is respected for not choosing treatment. He does have living will & hospice care readily available. We are very fortunate to wonderful family & friends. This has been a catharsis for me – thank you.