sptcher@dtx.net wrote:
>
> My father has recently (last week) been diagnosed with adenocarcinoma in the
> lung. I do not know what stage yet as he has just found out and is very upset
> about it. He is against taking chemo or radiation. Please send me the
> information concerning the plan your father is on.
> My husband has lymphoma and has been on a strict regimen of alternative
> herbs. He has declined chemotherapy and so far after almost two years has seen
> no progression. However, the regimen for adenocarcinoma is probably different
> and we would be very interested in knowing what your father is taking.
> Obviously, it has arrested the cancer.
>
> Dear Anonymous,
Adenocarcinoma is the technical name for a milignant tumor, of a gland
or glandular tissue, or a tumor of which the gland-derived cells form
glandlike structures. Since we know little at this time about whether
it is insitu (tumor in one area) or it has metastasized (spread to other
areas) it is difficult to understand what type of Adenocarcinoma he has.
Yes, he and the rest of the family is upset. That is a normal, and there
will be more, anxiety that he will experience. Let all these anxieties
run its course. He will experience denial, fear, anger at just about
anything and anyone, frustration, hopelessless and helplessness and a
number of others. These anxieties, from a caregiver like yourself are
to be understood in such a way as that they are normal and we are in a
position to support which means research, which you are doing now and
compassionately without nagging or pushing....recommending or
suggesting.
Whatever you have done for your Husband, successfully, also suggest to
you Father. If he refuses then at some point he will see that whatever
is successful for others, he may take those suggestions, but for now let
the emotions run the gamut. May I suggest that you find a very positive
support group for him, whether he goes or not, that the family attend.
The support groups, if they are well run, provide education and
knowledge that others have experienced and in many cases successfully
struggle thru their trials.
there are many web sites that provide medical such as this medical
website and medline.com about your Fathers disease and it is a common
disease and one of which is being treated and successfully in many areas
of the country.
Pls seek out a 2nd opinion. Very essential to which protocal to take
and it may convince your father that conventional therapy may be
necessary. It is always good to look into alternatives, such as your
Husband has, and essentially do not close any doors. While your Dad is
going thru these emotions, you in the meantime are researching and
preparing for him for the day he will get over these emotions and be
ready to take charge and believe that he can get well.
Take care and God Bless
Marty
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