May 14, 200718 yr Okay within the last week my dad was diagnosed with pancriatitis(sp). This means he will not be able to continue his chemo(sp) therapy. So regardless of whether he beats the infection, his brain tumor will still kill him. Right now it is very difficult for me, because I am very close to my father. I know some of you here know what I am going through. Also pretty soon I will most likely be moving away from Kalamazoo, and move back closer to my mom and her family. I hope for your support and understanding.
May 14, 200718 yr Yes that does suck, but have you tried checking for alternative or new clinical trial treatments? You can check this link to see if he qualitifies for any existing clinical trials that may help. http://www.virtualtrials.com/serchfrm.cfm And though chemo may be ruled out did they say anything about radiation treatments like this one? http://news.enquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/ ... /704230394
May 15, 200718 yr Author Well last I checked yeterday and today he is doing better. A lot of doctors from the hospital he is at, and some out of state places are collaborating on this issue. I was more pessimistic in my first post, because everyone else in my family believed this was the end. However yesterday and Sunday night I talked with a friend of mine, his mom is a nurse and thus he has insights that my family lacks. Some of those included whether or not the individual in question has the will to live. My father has demonstrated he cirtainly does not lack this quality. Further his tumor is not growing though there is some swelling inthe suroundding area. The medication he is on is helping with this problem. I would like to re-emphisize that today he was much better.
May 16, 200718 yr Dude, I totally know how you feel. My dad passed away from a brain tumor 8 years ago when I was 15. Here's to hoping he get's through it.
May 17, 200718 yr Author Well it seems that this is the end of this horrible ordeal. late last night they found a blood clot in one of the arteries leading to the pancreas. So dad has 12 hours give or take.
May 17, 200718 yr My hopes are with you and your father but know that It's the memories that you shared that will truly keep him alive even after the end. It's these memories that give life to the lifeless.
May 18, 200718 yr Author As of 6:55 p.m. my father Joseph P. Grigaitis was declared deceased. He was a great dad and friend. He certainly was a great teacher to me. I thank all of you here at the board for thinking of me, and caring for my situation. I knew it would happen sometime today. However it would make me very happy if you would offer whatever thoughts you can for my family. As I am holding up significantly better than they. Edited May 19, 200718 yr by Guest
May 18, 200718 yr Our hearts are with you, Welt.. I went through this exact thing recently.. and I know how hard it must be right now. At least you'll always have the memories, right?
May 18, 200718 yr As of 7:50 p.m. my father Joseph P. Grigaitis was declared deceased.He was a great dad and friend. He certainly was a great teacher to me. I thank all of you here at the board for thinking of me, and caring for my situation. I knew it would happen sometime today. However it would make me very happy if you would offer whatever thoughts you can for my family. As I am holding up significantly better than they. You have my sincere sympathies and condolences go out to you and your family. I totally know the way you are feeling right now...
May 18, 200718 yr Well sorry to hear the bad news Weltall2 My best wishes go out to you and your family
May 18, 200718 yr Indeed. The loss of a loved one is never easy. Best wishes, stay strong. Those around will need it.
May 19, 200718 yr Author Thank you for everything. I had said everything that needed to be said, so I really have no major regrets. Everything else was things I still wanted to do with him, and those go on forever.
May 21, 200718 yr why is everyone have that bunny thing my brother has that thing on his fanfiction.net file.WHERE DID THAT BUNNY COME FROM!!???!!
May 21, 200718 yr why is everyone have that bunny thing my brother has that thing on his fanfiction.net file.WHERE DID THAT BUNNY COME FROM!!???!! Please do not spam. Thank you.
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June 9, 200718 yr Author Okay guys here is the deal. Things are moving even faster than I anticipated. I am going to be moving into my new/first apartment by July 1, and here I thought I would be living with my mom for 5 months. Thanks be for small miricles. Sorry for being MIA for 2 weeks; but I was thinkin of my buds on WG and Guyvers lair.
July 9, 200718 yr Author well I am nowˆn my apartment, and it has been a exhausting effort, but I am doing well. Anyway I should now be here more frequently. I thank you all for the support you have shown me through this difficult ordeal.
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