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      Banu
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        Hi Nettla,

        I wanted to check with you what your father in law decided in terms of treatment and how his treatment is going. My father is 75 and a doctor at the hospital suggested that he call hospice because his prognosis is poor. She said that they should not resuscitate him, if needed, because it is better for him to die of a heart attack than endure cancer. Sometimes I feel like elderly patients don't get the same treatment and seem to be dispensable.

        I need to get my father strong and out of the hospital, so that he can qualify for some treatments. I know the odds are slim, but I don't want to give up hope.

        I hope that things worked out well for your father in law. In any case, he is very lucky to have a caring person like you in his life.

        All the best,

        Banu

        Banu
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          Hi Nettla,

          I wanted to check with you what your father in law decided in terms of treatment and how his treatment is going. My father is 75 and a doctor at the hospital suggested that he call hospice because his prognosis is poor. She said that they should not resuscitate him, if needed, because it is better for him to die of a heart attack than endure cancer. Sometimes I feel like elderly patients don't get the same treatment and seem to be dispensable.

          I need to get my father strong and out of the hospital, so that he can qualify for some treatments. I know the odds are slim, but I don't want to give up hope.

          I hope that things worked out well for your father in law. In any case, he is very lucky to have a caring person like you in his life.

          All the best,

          Banu

          Banu
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            Hi Michelle,

            I am so happy for you and Don. You are a great inspiration. I will keep you in my prayers.

            Banu

            Banu
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              Hi Michelle,

              I am so happy for you and Don. You are a great inspiration. I will keep you in my prayers.

              Banu

              Banu
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                Hi Michelle,

                I am so happy for you and Don. You are a great inspiration. I will keep you in my prayers.

                Banu

                Banu
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                  Hi Michelle,

                  I am so happy for you and Don. You are a great inspiration. I will keep you in my prayers.

                  Banu

                  Banu
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                    Hi Jerry,

                    Thank you for putting a big smile on my face when I most needed it. What a story. I am so happy that you recovered from the horse accident and so proud of you for fighting with a champion spirit.

                    Last night, I was feeling defeated. Tonight, I feel strong and motivated. Thanks to you and Michelle and everyone who is so generous with their support.

                    Banu
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                      Hi Jerry,

                      Thank you for putting a big smile on my face when I most needed it. What a story. I am so happy that you recovered from the horse accident and so proud of you for fighting with a champion spirit.

                      Last night, I was feeling defeated. Tonight, I feel strong and motivated. Thanks to you and Michelle and everyone who is so generous with their support.

                      Banu
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                        Hi Michelle,

                        Thank you for your support.

                        I told the doctors today that my father still wants to have treatment and even though odds may be against him, there are patients who have great response to treatment. I actually told the doctors about Don and how much he improved over the course of his treatment. Please let him know that both of you are a great inspiration.

                        My father has been weak due to low red blood cell count. I believe low protein levels are a factor as well. However, he is feeling more energetic after the blood tranfusion and was able to walk today with a walker. By the way, he came to the ER walking. Even though he was slow and tired, he was able to walk. I guess lying in bed for several days took a toll on his strength as well. He is more energetic now and he has a good appetite, so I feel better today as well. I believe telling doctors once and for all that we are not done with treatments made me feel more relaxed as well. When one of the doctors asked my father how he is feeling today, he answered "so, so". The doctor asked what makes "so-so" good, what makes it bad. My father answered, the bad part is that he has to sit on his butt all day which hurts his bottom, that is the bad part. He said the good part is to have hope. I guess that summed it up well.

                        My father has tumors in the lung, abdomen and subcutaneous tumors  as well as brain metastasis. There is no liver involvement yet and he is pain free. He is not even using Advil or Tylenol for pain. Right now, I want to get him strong and ready for the next step.

                        I thank you very much for your guidance and support.

                        Banu

                        Banu
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                          Hi Michelle,

                          Thank you for your support.

                          I told the doctors today that my father still wants to have treatment and even though odds may be against him, there are patients who have great response to treatment. I actually told the doctors about Don and how much he improved over the course of his treatment. Please let him know that both of you are a great inspiration.

                          My father has been weak due to low red blood cell count. I believe low protein levels are a factor as well. However, he is feeling more energetic after the blood tranfusion and was able to walk today with a walker. By the way, he came to the ER walking. Even though he was slow and tired, he was able to walk. I guess lying in bed for several days took a toll on his strength as well. He is more energetic now and he has a good appetite, so I feel better today as well. I believe telling doctors once and for all that we are not done with treatments made me feel more relaxed as well. When one of the doctors asked my father how he is feeling today, he answered "so, so". The doctor asked what makes "so-so" good, what makes it bad. My father answered, the bad part is that he has to sit on his butt all day which hurts his bottom, that is the bad part. He said the good part is to have hope. I guess that summed it up well.

                          My father has tumors in the lung, abdomen and subcutaneous tumors  as well as brain metastasis. There is no liver involvement yet and he is pain free. He is not even using Advil or Tylenol for pain. Right now, I want to get him strong and ready for the next step.

                          I thank you very much for your guidance and support.

                          Banu

                          Banu
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                            Hi Tim,

                            Thank you very much for your help and support. My father did not start a systemic treatment yet. I sent an e-mail to you and really appreciate your help and generosity.

                            Banu
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                              Hi Tim,

                              Thank you very much for your help and support. My father did not start a systemic treatment yet. I sent an e-mail to you and really appreciate your help and generosity.

                              Banu
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                                Hi Tim,

                                Thank you very much for your help and support. My father did not start a systemic treatment yet. I sent an e-mail to you and really appreciate your help and generosity.

                                Banu
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                                  Hi Tim,

                                  Thank you very much for your help and support. My father did not start a systemic treatment yet. I sent an e-mail to you and really appreciate your help and generosity.

                                  Banu
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                                    Hi Tim,

                                    Thank you very much for your help and support. My father did not start a systemic treatment yet. I sent an e-mail to you and really appreciate your help and generosity.

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