Dear: That is so sad, but I do understand how your mother feels! Initially, I had some of those same feelings, but they went away, thank God. Feeling that way was just awful. I feel so good now that I can't tell you how glad I am that I didn't give up! You're right -- life is full of joy, too. I wish I could put my arms around both of your parents -- that dull ache -- the paralyzing fear -- the deep depression -- it's all dreadful. The doctor is NOT God -- you're right! My doctor wasn't God, either. She couldn't have have helped me if I hadn't trusted her and if I hadn't really wanted to get better. I know you won't let them give up. You sound very strong. -- Hugs and Prayers -- Kathy
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From: Ct102765@aol.com [SMTP:Ct102765@aol.com]
Sent: Thursday, October 29, 1998 8:04 PM
To: mol-cancer@lists.meds.com
Subject: Re: [MOL] dad's results/Cantron Sites
Lil:
Yes I have checked SRS. In fact, they have all of my dad's records, including
films at Staten Island University Hospital. I explored this when my dad
started his last chemotherapy drug. I told them to hold on to his records and
that if we needed to set up a consultation, I would call and we'd be ready. I
spoke to my parents about this already. Right now they are so overwhelmed
they don't know what to do. My Dad has lost faith in all doctors and he feels
that are just in it for the money. My Mom actually said last night "what good
is life anyway, it causes so much heartache". My response was, "yes it does,
but it also brings lots of joys too - let's not forget them". I think I need
to just give them a breather through the weekend and then I will begin to
pursue the alternatives with them. Hopefully they will begin to realize that
the fight is not over just because one doctor says HE doesn't know what to do.
The doctor is not God. Sorry for rambling, but these days, this forum is the
only positive reinforcement I'm getting.
Love, Cathy.
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