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    • May 5, 2019 at 3:43 pm
    Nick C
    Participant

      Hey gang…

      After doing both Yervoy and Keytuda( twice), and three clinical trials,I was told that there are no new tials available. And if there were, my physical state would not be able to withstand any side affects…down to 115 lbs.

      Hospice has been called in. I am still mobile to some extent, but have no energy or strength. My mind is clear but my body doesn't want to follow it's demands.

      This is not my final post, but I needed to keep you aware of what is going on. I will continue my fight until my last breath. I know you will do the same.

      Nick

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        • May 5, 2019 at 3:52 pm
        jennunicorn
        Participant

          Dangit it Nick, I am so sorry. Keeping positive thoughts for you as always. 

            • May 5, 2019 at 4:06 pm
            Nick C
            Participant

              Thank you

            • May 5, 2019 at 4:52 pm
            tedtell1
            Participant

              Gosh Nick that sucks! I hope and pray for peace and comfort for you and your family. I hope that the treatments that they do give you keep you comfortable and at ease. Glad that you are warrioring on.

              Peace,

              Ted

                • May 5, 2019 at 4:54 pm
                Nick C
                Participant

                  Thank you

                • May 5, 2019 at 5:05 pm
                Bubbles
                Participant

                  Sending much love and big hugs.  Hang tough.  You inspire us all.  Love, les

                    • May 5, 2019 at 6:34 pm
                    Nick C
                    Participant

                      And you for me.

                      Nick

                    • May 5, 2019 at 5:33 pm
                    KellyH
                    Participant

                      Nick you are an inspiration. Your strength, courage and determination is a lesson to us all!!! 

                      Praying for you and your family as you continue your fight!!! 

                      Kelly 

                        • May 5, 2019 at 6:35 pm
                        Nick C
                        Participant

                          Thank you.

                          Nick

                          • May 5, 2019 at 6:35 pm
                          Nick C
                          Participant

                            Thank you.

                            Nick

                          • May 5, 2019 at 6:15 pm
                          RichInLife2
                          Participant

                            Nick,

                            Sending thoughts and prayers out to you and your family. Good luck!!

                            -Rich

                              • May 5, 2019 at 6:36 pm
                              Nick C
                              Participant

                                Thank you.

                                Nick

                                • May 5, 2019 at 8:14 pm
                                Centurion
                                Participant

                                  damn I know its not easy but never ever give up

                                • May 6, 2019 at 5:58 am
                                GeoTony
                                Participant

                                  So sad to hear that Nick, you've fought a brave fight and inspired all of us here. Good luck to you, all your family and friends, this disease doesn't discriminate, all we can do is fight and keep on fighting.

                                   

                                  Tony

                                  • May 6, 2019 at 4:36 pm
                                  sing123
                                  Participant

                                    Nick, I am deeply sorry. Will keep you and your family in my thoughts. 

                                      • May 8, 2019 at 1:14 pm
                                      Nick C
                                      Participant
                                        Thank you
                                      • May 6, 2019 at 5:45 pm
                                      Julie in SoCal
                                      Participant

                                        I'm so sorry to hear this Nick!

                                        Praying for peace and healing for you and your family during this time,

                                        Julie

                                          • May 8, 2019 at 1:15 pm
                                          Nick C
                                          Participant
                                            Thank you.
                                          • May 6, 2019 at 6:24 pm
                                          ourvan
                                          Participant

                                            We don't know each other, but we fight the same fight in different stages, so we're together in this.  Keeping you my thoughts and prayers – may comfort find you, may peace surround you.  Blessings to you and your family.

                                              • May 8, 2019 at 1:16 pm
                                              Nick C
                                              Participant
                                                thank you.
                                              • May 6, 2019 at 9:22 pm
                                              jbronicki
                                              Participant
                                                Oh Nick, I’m so sorry to hear that you are struggling. Know that we are all holding you up and in our hearts and praying for a turnaround no matter what. I hope Hospice can provide some needed relief. You are a true warrior and you make us all proud as a leading rattie, as Les likes to say.
                                                Hugs and love,
                                                Jackie
                                                  • May 8, 2019 at 1:20 pm
                                                  Nick C
                                                  Participant

                                                    Thank you. The hospice care I am receiving could not be better. I have four different people coming to see me…a nurse, a doctor, a chaplain and a aide.

                                                  • May 8, 2019 at 9:17 am
                                                  CindyJ
                                                  Participant
                                                    Prayers for you Nick. May God hold you in his loving arms and heal you completely. Amen.
                                                    • May 10, 2019 at 4:33 am
                                                    lkb
                                                    Participant
                                                      I’m glad the Hospice care is helpful. Wishing you every comfort.
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