DiaDen

Hi everyone, my husband has went thru 6 weeks and 4 more weeks do treatments yet. I had to take him to the er last week he was really dehydrated . So this week the dr finally listened to me and he is getting hydrated 3 times a week. But he cab not eat. He drinks very little but he is getting protein drink into him call liquacell. He likes it's it is better than nothin ha. Thanks for the prayers and thoughts.

Good luck, prayers are with you

One thing my dr didn't tell me was the ability to modify the mask. I felt claustrophobic under it, until they added a hole for fresh air at my mouth. It helped immensely. If the dr recommends having a peg tube inserted, it is much easier before treatments begin. I'm glad I got mine. I know you can't take it away. Just be supportive. It is what got me through my treatments.

I'm glad you found us. We have been on similar journeys. The treatment is survivable. Just as important is support for the spouse. How to handle different things your doctor may not have discuses with you. You will be in our prayers.

I'm stage 4 to. You have had quite a journey. You survived it. Better days are in front of you. Side effects ...yes. Remember the word history because the past is history. It's the future that counts.
Be brave, fight, and keep positive and you both will win. Good luck in 2014.

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Good luck, and maintain a positive attitude.

Welcome to the WhatNext family! The WhatNext family is made up of people like you who are looking for help or looking to help others. To help you along your journey the WhatNext family has put together a Beginner's Guide to Cancer that I highly recommend you check-out here: http://bit.ly/10BQKCi. Also, please do not hesitate to reach out to others or ask for help.

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