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SpectatorMary,
You are a strong person too and you will be OK. None of us knew how we could possible go on without our loved ones, but we do, somehow, one day at a time.
Jeff who lost his partner Mark to CC posted this on facebook.
“You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have. “
This is so true. We are stronger than we think when we need to be.
Take care.
Love & Hugs,
Darladarla
SpectatorKeep coming back and venting whenever you feel the need. If not here, where else. This is the best place to be when dealing with this devastating disease. I’ve been where you are now and can feel your pain and confusion. Everyone here knows and understands better than anyone else what you and your family are going through. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. I know it’s not easy, but try to take care of yourself too so that you can be strong for your husband and family.
With Love & Hugs,
Darladarla
SpectatorDear Theresa,
We do care and want you to get the help you need to heal. I think Lainy is right. It is hard to know what to say, but I know what you are going through. I lost Jim in less than 2 months. It has been over three years and not a day goes by that I don’t think of him and miss him. It isn’t easy, but I just keep trying to go on and deal with things one day at a time. I don’t have any answers for you, but just want you to know that I am thinking of you and hoping things will work out for you.
Love & Hugs,
Darladarla
SpectatorHi Margaret,
Yes, it did work and I think it is so cool. I got my one and only tat after Jim passed away. I also was 60. It is on the back on my left shoulder and very similar in that it is a heart with wings and a tear drop. He is now the angel on my shoulder, forever in my heart. Our son is a tattoo artist which made it a little easier for me. I’ll be thinking of you tonight. You will do just fine.
Love & Hugs,
Darladarla
SpectatorI am sorry to hear that Sara has lost her battle with CC, but glad that her passing was peaceful. She will always be with you in your heart and memories. Try to take some comfort knowing that she is no longer suffering and is now in a better place. My heart goes out to all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love & Hugs,
Darladarla
SpectatorDebbie,
Thanks for sharing Ric’s journey. It is a journey too many of us know so well. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Take care and stay with us. The love & support on this site is nothing but amazing.
Love & Hugs,
Darladarla
SpectatorMargaret,
My fingers are crossed that he is wrong, too. Keep on kickin’.
Love & Hugs,
Darladarla
SpectatorElizabeth,
Here is one of the many statements from Shelia Harrison:
Vietnam vets should know about potential health problem
I am writing about a potential health risk that servicemen may have been exposed to while serving in Vietnam. In addition to Agent Orange, there is a little-known danger from parasites.
My husband, who was otherwise healthy, passed away Jan. 20, 2006, from cholangiocarcinoma, cancer of the bile duct of the liver. At this time, it is very rare in the United States but very prevalent in Vietnam and surrounding countries. There are two known causes of this type of cancer. One cause is to contract hepatitis C, and the other is to have ingested a parasite from the water supply in Vietnam. My husband did not have hepatitis C, and therefore it was determined that his cancer derived from a parasite.
I have received official notification from the VA that his death was service-related, which is not something the VA determines without an overwhelming amount of evidence.
According to the research, this cancer does not manifest itself until later in life, when you are between 60 and 70 years old, but once the symptoms occur, usually jaundice, it is very difficult to treat or beat. My husband was 58 years old when he passed away, and many of his fellow veterans are approaching the age where this may be an issue.
You can access volumes of information on the Internet by entering “cholangiocarcinoma” in a search engine. If you spent time in Southeast Asia and are having gastrointestinal issues, with no apparent reason, please suggest to your physician to check for damage within the bile ducts. It may save your life.
SHEILA K. HARRISON
This or something similar may be what you are referring too. If you Google Shelia Harrison Vietnam Vets many things will come up.
You can also find some information here on the site. Including the following:
http://www.cholangiocarcinoma.org/punbb/viewtopic.php?id=1589&p=1
If you search this site you will also find more related information.
I have been working with the local VSO for over 3 years and have been denied my claim that my husbands death from Cholangiocarcinoma is service related. I have not given up, but so far have not gotten anywhere with this. Only a few claims have been approved. Most have been denied up to this point.
Thank you for your concern and caring. Anything that can be done to help get the government to recognize this cancer as service related is helpful. Yes, hopefully some day it will be on the list.
Darla
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SpectatorDear Adam,
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Petra and your family. Only those of us who have been where you are now can truely understand and share the depth of what you are feeling and going through.
Lots of love & hugs for all of you,
Darla
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SpectatorWell said Marion and oh so true.
Love & Hugs,
Darladarla
SpectatorDear Sajdyke,
I am so sorry you have lost your dear mother. You have my deepest sympathy. Although she is no longer with you here on earth, she will always be with you in your heart and memories. Take comfort in knowing that she is now free of the pain and suffering.
Darla
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SpectatorDear Carolyn,
I know exactly what you are saying and how you are feeling. I lost my husband to this disease 3 years ago and I still have these thoughts and feelings at times. I think we all do, but I know in my heart that we all did the best we could with the situations that were given to us to deal with and I am sure that our loved ones would want us to go on and be happy. I hope it helps to know that what you are feeling is normal and there are many of us feeling the same. We are all in the same boat and taking things one day at a time. He will always be with you in your heart and memories.
With Love & Hugs,
Darladarla
SpectatorDear Nancy and Family,
I too am so sorry for your loss of your wonderful husband and father. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Doug will always be with you in your hearts and memories.
Love & Hugs,
Darladarla
SpectatorShe will be greatly missed here. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this sad time.
Darladarla
SpectatorSorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Lisa.
Love & Hugs,
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