christined

Thank you SO much!!

We are in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. We go to Berkshire Hematology Oncology in Pittsfield. I LOVE our doctors and I trust them completely. Just so unsure of the protocol for this disease. Dr told us that he only wants to do 3 months of the chemo because of the cumulative effects and he does not want Mom to have it turn into a toxic situation which makes sense. I am just terrified it will allow the cancer to grow again.

My background is that of lung cancer patient advocate. I have lost so many amazing people to LC that I devoted my life to doing what I can for the LC world to make a difference. Then, WHAM we got this diagnosis and life just went upside down!

Mom has meds for the bowel issues, they help but nothing completely clears it up. I should probably add that Mom is a very, very stubborn lady and gives us all a run for our money when it comes to taking ANY medication. She does not fuss about the chemo but flat out refuses the neulasta shots which were completely debilitating to her. She will take the immodium for her diarrhea but only on her terms and when she sees fit. VERY stubborn I tell you!

I have a list of things to discuss with the surgeon on Friday. I am curious if anyone else has had stents put in then removed?

Again, my heartfelt THANKS for being here !!

Warm Hugs
Christine