Jan
My best friend was diagnosed 7 yrs ago w/this. He had a toe amputated & several lymph nodes removed in the groin & abdominal cavity then went thru 1 yr of interferon treatment w/success. Now 6 yrs & 11mos later he had a recurrence in his chest & now is spread to the spine. Was told initially if there's a recurrence he would be terminal.
Started chemo & radiation on Xmas eve. Despite the outcome we know time duration is less than 6 mos if chemo & radiation take, but not more. Therefore what is the progression we can expect w/his quality of life. I know it varies from patient to patient. He has a super attitude, but he's a overweight (not morbidly) w/hi BP and wonder if these are important factors to considered.
Looking to know what to expect w/this type of cancer & what resources (websites) can be helpful when preparing for the stages. I wish I could find a specialist who could cure this cancer, but everywhere I researched so far says this cancer is fatal.
Answer:
I am a retired Hospice Nurse and all I can tell you is NOONE really knows for sure how or how long things will go. Six months could be a month to a year or longer. God is the only one who can answer your question. (and he ain't talkin) I asked the same sort of questions when my mom was dying and I understand why you ask.
Answer:
This website has very comprehensive links of cancer info
http://www.rearadmiral.com.au/links/canc…
The Brain Tumour Society webpage has many good info of brain cancer
http://www.tbts.org
Depending on which part of the world you are in, I would suggest you read this article and see if it may help
http://www.the7thfire.com/health_and_nut…
and some people cannot drink Essiac tea (not sure how true but just for info)
http://www.cancertutor.com/Cancer/Essiac…
This is a youtube video of Nurse Caisse (4 parts)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZTFqKMlC…
I would also encourage you to go to your local video store and hire a DVD called The Secret or at http://www.thesecret.tv
Not sure of your financial situation but I would encourage you attend Anthony Robbins seminars - they are famous for changing people's lives.
Best.
Carol
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