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Hi Linda,

I am very sorry to hear about your husband. I can tell you that we all care and will offer any support you may need. Bless you and your dear husband.

Hugs,
-Pam

Dear Clare,

I am so sorry for all your family has been through. It is so true that we all find such strength when we have to and never imagine we can be so strong. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you go through this difficult time.

Love,
-Pam

Hi Connie,

My daughter had back pain quite frequently. I was always concerned she might have a tumor on her spine. Nothing ever showed up on scans and the doctors said it was probably because her liver was enlarged. She took morphine for pain and it did make it more tolerable. I am hoping you find relief.

Hugs,
-Pam

Hi Jules,

I think the surgery you are speaking about is the same surgery Lauren had. We were told up front that it was very radical. Her surgeon said he went to a conference and talked to many top liver surgeons and the room was split as to whether they would do it or not. Lauren chose to have the surgery and have a chance at a normal life. The second surgeon you saw obviously was from the side of the room that wouldn’t do it. The only person that knows if it is right for them and wants to go for it is the patient. After going through this with Lauren, I’m not sure another opinion would do anything but make you more confused. I think you have to go with your gut instinct and like Lauren’s surgeon said, “If you are in, you are all in. There is no room for doubt.” We asked him if it were his daughter, would he want her to have the surgery and he said yes. Sending prayers that your Mum finds the directon she wants to take.

Love,
-Pam

Hi January,

My Lauren also had seizures (febrile) which were caused by high fevers when she was a toddler. She outgrew them by age 5, but was on medication for those years. She was on phenobarbital, not Tegretol. You may be on to something because it sounds very similar. My daughter was diagnosed with cc at age 25.

-Pam

Hi Porter,

What you are feeling is so normal. Try to focus on the fact that you are so blessed and lucky to be able to have surgery. Most on this site would love to be in your shoes and I’m sure many are quite jealous. You have been given the gift of hope! Hope for getting to spend time with your children and enjoy life! I know it is easier said than done, but try and focus on the good of what this surgery can bring rather than what can go wrong. I wish you all the best and will be praying for everything to turn out fantastic! Remember, deep breaths and positive thoughts!!

Love,
-Pam

Dear Lou,

I am so sorry for all your dear Mum and your family have been through. I hope your Mum can find some peace and comfort soon. Bless you all.

Love and hugs,
-Pam