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OT - Just found out my Mom has pancreatic cancer
Posted on 1/18/17 at 7:11 am
Posted on 1/18/17 at 7:11 am
I don't even know what to do. Are the cancer clinics like Mayo and all better than hospitals? I'm at my end. I just wanted her to see my kids grow up.
And on top of it all, my ex told me "well, we all have to die someday."
Ya'll have helped me out so many times. I don't have many to talk to.
And on top of it all, my ex told me "well, we all have to die someday."
Ya'll have helped me out so many times. I don't have many to talk to.
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Posted on 1/18/17 at 7:12 am to Spaceman Spiff
Sorry to hear that man. Prayers are with you.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 7:23 am to ugasickem
Aw man I'm so sorry to hear that. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 7:31 am to Spaceman Spiff
sending up prayers and good vibes, and I am sure you already know but your ex seems like a piece of work
Posted on 1/18/17 at 7:38 am to Perrydawg
So sorry to hear that.
My brother in laws dad has cancer. He had went to MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas a few times. They do a great job.
My brother in laws dad has cancer. He had went to MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas a few times. They do a great job.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 7:39 am to Spaceman Spiff
Prayers to you. I've had a couple of people I know that had great success with the MD Anderson Cancer Clinic in Texas. Supposed to be one of the best.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 8:05 am to Spaceman Spiff
So sorry to hear this, man. Prayers for her.
I'll echo what everyone else has already said, I've heard very good things about MD Anderson. Cancer Treatment Centers of America also has a location in Atlanta. May be worth checking out.
In any case, make sure you go with her and advocate for her at as many appointments as you can. The reality is, pancreatic cancer is not a "good" one. The sooner she can get treatment, the better the odds; however, you have to be prepared to be told those odds are not good. My suggestion would be to check into any and all clinical trials out there that may have promising results. Those are likely going to be your best bet for really giving her a chance.
God bless you, bro!
I'll echo what everyone else has already said, I've heard very good things about MD Anderson. Cancer Treatment Centers of America also has a location in Atlanta. May be worth checking out.
In any case, make sure you go with her and advocate for her at as many appointments as you can. The reality is, pancreatic cancer is not a "good" one. The sooner she can get treatment, the better the odds; however, you have to be prepared to be told those odds are not good. My suggestion would be to check into any and all clinical trials out there that may have promising results. Those are likely going to be your best bet for really giving her a chance.
God bless you, bro!
Posted on 1/18/17 at 8:15 am to Spaceman Spiff
Ask to meet with her doctor (if your mom will allow it) to get his/her recommendation.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 8:18 am to Spaceman Spiff
Sorry to hear that. My mom has beat CML Leukemia so don't give up. MD Anderson in TX is great. She and I went there, got her on a trial study drug and she is still going strong 19 years later. Just try and stay positive(I know it's hard).
Posted on 1/18/17 at 8:31 am to Spaceman Spiff
Sending prayers my brotha i am so sorry to hear that 
Posted on 1/18/17 at 8:55 am to Spaceman Spiff
Sure am sorry to hear that, Spaceman. Having parents get ill sucks, as I found out recently.
I have no advice for cancer patients, but it looks like some on this board have some experience. Listen to them.
Godspeed.
I have no advice for cancer patients, but it looks like some on this board have some experience. Listen to them.
Godspeed.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 9:00 am to Spaceman Spiff
Man that's rough, prayers for you and your family.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 9:08 am to Spaceman Spiff
Good vibes & prayers sent... Keep positive friend...
Posted on 1/18/17 at 9:09 am to Spaceman Spiff
That sucks. I hate to tell you it's a painful and hard to cure cancer. My advice is to get palliative care on board early and consider medical marijuana.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 9:11 am to Spaceman Spiff
My mom's good friend was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer a few months ago. It sucks man, but I hope you can stay positive and try to do your best to keep your mom strong. Mayo and some of the other cancer clinics can be much better depending on the case. Will be praying for you my friend.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 9:17 am to Red&Black
Thanks to all of you for the kind words and support. I just don't know what to do. She's only in her 60s. She was supposed to see my children grow up.
I have talked with Dad about the different places. Maybe he can convince her.
I have talked with Dad about the different places. Maybe he can convince her.
This post was edited on 1/18/17 at 9:19 am
Posted on 1/18/17 at 9:24 am to Spaceman Spiff
Went through it with my Brother in '13.We had em treated
at Emory (Winship) It came highly recommended but I would not recommend at all.
Couple of things
Find out which stage she's in and see what type of surgery if any that the GI or Oncologist wants to perform.
I know there's a Cancer Treatmemt Center of America recently opened down 85 near Newnan.I'm assuming you're in Savanah and not sure about medical facilities down there. I've also heard good things about MD Anderson.
Also,remember that there are 2 different types of Pancreatic Cancer and one can be treated fairly effectively althought its not anywhere near as common (3%) as the one most usually get diagnosed with.
Sorry to hear and prayers sent.
at Emory (Winship) It came highly recommended but I would not recommend at all.
Couple of things
Find out which stage she's in and see what type of surgery if any that the GI or Oncologist wants to perform.
I know there's a Cancer Treatmemt Center of America recently opened down 85 near Newnan.I'm assuming you're in Savanah and not sure about medical facilities down there. I've also heard good things about MD Anderson.
Also,remember that there are 2 different types of Pancreatic Cancer and one can be treated fairly effectively althought its not anywhere near as common (3%) as the one most usually get diagnosed with.
Sorry to hear and prayers sent.
This post was edited on 1/18/17 at 10:05 am
Posted on 1/18/17 at 9:25 am to Spaceman Spiff
I'm really sorry to hear that man. I won't pretend to know what you're going through, but I guess my advice would be to go talk to her doctor, figure out what the options are, and then go from there.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 9:45 am to Spaceman Spiff
Praying for you and your family.
Posted on 1/18/17 at 9:53 am to Spaceman Spiff
Very sorry to hear this. I would think a Cancer Treatment Center would be better than any old hospital. Good luck.
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