Prayer Request My Father - Page 18

**Donger** · 04-29-2014, 08:34 PM

Hello CP:

I got word today that my father was taken to the ER with what they suspect was a stroke. Unfortunately, after CT and MRI scans, they found two lesions on his brain. They believe that he has cancer somewhere else in his body and that these lesions have metastasized from that. My family and I are waiting for more word from his doctors.

I am beside myself. My father is an amazing man and until now, in unbelievable health considering his age (70) and what he has been through in his life. We were just on a tropical island together SCUBA and skin diving, with him able to descend on lung power far lower than I.

I don't have any friends except for family. I've never really had the need. But, I feel that need now. If you would, please say a prayer, send good thoughts or anything positive toward my father.

My thanks in advance.

Donger.

mikey23545 · 11-06-2014, 01:28 PM

Even though large tracts of Europe and many old and famous States have fallen or may fall into the grip of the Gestapo and all the odious apparatus of Nazi rule, we shall not flag or fail. We shall go on to the end. We shall fight in France, we shall fight on the seas and oceans, we shall fight with growing confidence and growing strength in the air, we shall defend our island, whatever the cost may be. We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender!

**Donger** · 12-08-2014, 08:12 PM

Hello. A quick update.

My Dad just had a follow-up MRI to ascertain the result of the second surgery and aggressive chemo. As far as they can tell, both tumors have shrunk significantly. The doctors are "suggesting" that he begin a lower dosage, oral chemo plan for a few days a month over the next five months, along with "Navy SEAL-like" PT. My Dad is more pissed about that his quality of life has diminished (can't walk, bathe, go to the bathroom by himself) than ****ing dying, so they are going to try to walk the line between the two, apparently. They did find a suspect area on the MRI, but can't tell if it's a new lesion or just a shadow on the scan. We're obviously hoping for the latter. It isn't logical that a new lesion would grow considering all the shit that they've been pumping into to him to kill, and successfully so, the existing tumors. So we've got our fingers crossed.

Thanks in advance for your continued good thoughts and prayers. I do appreciate it.

Donger.

**LoneWolf** · 12-08-2014, 08:18 PM

Great news, Donger. Prayers for your father's continued improvement.

Katipan · 12-08-2014, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Donger

Heh, that is funny.

He's doing okay. Since he handled chemo so well, the oncologist decided to triple the potency of the dosage (or whatever) he's now on every other week. It really ****s him up for a few days, but then he's better. Still having PT every other day and has somehow managed to regain moderate control of his legs. No seizures since the second surgery. And it was the last surgery, I guess. He said he won't do another one if they say he needs one, which I can understand...

Thanks for asking.

Can I bring Daddy Donger some anti seizure weed?

**Donger** · 12-08-2014, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by LoneWolf

Great news, Donger. Prayers for your father's continued improvement.

Thanks.

**Donger** · 12-08-2014, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Katipan

Can I bring Daddy Donger some anti seizure weed?

Thanks sweetheart, but the middle brother has already made that suggestion ad infinitum and has been, and will continue to be, summarily rejected. "I didn't make it through the ****ing hippy 60s without trying that shit just to take it now!" I even suggested we try it together as a laugh, but he has a rather established personality.

Katipan · 12-08-2014, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Donger

Thanks sweetheart, but the middle brother has already made that suggestion ad infinitum and has been, and will continue to be, summarily rejected. "I didn't make it through the ****ing hippy 60s without trying that shit just to take it now!" I even suggested we try it together as a laugh, but he has a rather established personality.

I adore everything about that story.

**BigMeatballDave** · 12-08-2014, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Donger

Hello. A quick update.

My Dad just had a follow-up MRI to ascertain the result of the second surgery and aggressive chemo. As far as they can tell, both tumors have shrunk significantly. The doctors are "suggesting" that he begin a lower dosage, oral chemo plan for a few days a month over the next five months, along with "Navy SEAL-like" PT. My Dad is more pissed about that his quality of life has diminished (can't walk, bathe, go to the bathroom by himself) than ****ing dying, so they are going to try to walk the line between the two, apparently. They did find a suspect area on the MRI, but can't tell if it's a new lesion or just a shadow on the scan. We're obviously hoping for the latter. It isn't logical that a new lesion would grow considering all the shit that they've been pumping into to him to kill, and successfully so, the existing tumors. So we've got our fingers crossed.

Thanks in advance for your continued good thoughts and prayers. I do appreciate it.

Donger.

Oral chemo? What is it? I'm on Temodar/Temozolomide.

**BigMeatballDave** · 12-08-2014, 08:35 PM

Good to hear he's doing better.

#DaddyDonger Strong

**Donger** · 12-08-2014, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by BigMeatballDave

Oral chemo? What is it? I'm on Temodar/Temozolomide.

Yes, I think Temodar.

**Buehler445** · 12-08-2014, 08:40 PM

Glad to hear there is improvement.

All the best to you and your dad, bud.

Lonewolf Ed · 12-08-2014, 08:41 PM

I hope he keeps on getting better and will be past the hassles soon!

**BigMeatballDave** · 12-08-2014, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Donger

Yes, I think Temodar.

How is he handling it? I only had mild nausea the first round.

This round, I was up dry heaving for over an hour. I have an anti-nausea, but it did not work for that 1st dose.

**Donger** · 12-08-2014, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by BigMeatballDave

How is he handling it? I only had mild nausea the first round.

This round, I was up dry heaving for over an hour. I have an anti-nausea, but it did not work for that 1st dose.

He says that the oral chemo doesn't bother him at all. The IV chemo gave him mild nausea, but nothing beyond that. The doctors are a bit mystified at his ability to withstand discomfort, which I find amusing considering this is a man who could keep up with me on a 8% climb just a few years ago. He literally thrives on this kind of stuff. It's the lack of control over his body that is giving him fits now. He can't stand it. Pain and discomfort are one thing (well, two things) but not being able to control his body, pain or no, is another.

**Donger** · 04-29-2015, 08:27 AM

Hello. Unfortunately, my father began having seizures again last week. He had an MRI on Friday and it shows a new tumor deep within his brain. It is inoperable. The doctors are working on a treatment plan. One of the options is some new clinical trial. Anyway, I thought now would be a good time to update. If you would, please send good thoughts to my dad. Thanks.

Donger

04-29-2014, 08:34 PM
Donger "Think BOOM!" Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: 33.675° N 106.475° W Casino cash: $10129900 VARSITY	My Father Hello CP: I got word today that my father was taken to the ER with what they suspect was a stroke. Unfortunately, after CT and MRI scans, they found two lesions on his brain. They believe that he has cancer somewhere else in his body and that these lesions have metastasized from that. My family and I are waiting for more word from his doctors. I am beside myself. My father is an amazing man and until now, in unbelievable health considering his age (70) and what he has been through in his life. We were just on a tropical island together SCUBA and skin diving, with him able to descend on lung power far lower than I. I don't have any friends except for family. I've never really had the need. But, I feel that need now. If you would, please say a prayer, send good thoughts or anything positive toward my father. My thanks in advance. Donger.
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11-06-2014, 01:28 PM	#256
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12-08-2014, 08:12 PM	#257
Donger "Think BOOM!" Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: 33.675° N 106.475° W Casino cash: $10129900 VARSITY	Hello. A quick update. My Dad just had a follow-up MRI to ascertain the result of the second surgery and aggressive chemo. As far as they can tell, both tumors have shrunk significantly. The doctors are "suggesting" that he begin a lower dosage, oral chemo plan for a few days a month over the next five months, along with "Navy SEAL-like" PT. My Dad is more pissed about that his quality of life has diminished (can't walk, bathe, go to the bathroom by himself) than ***ing dying, so they are going to try to walk the line between the two, apparently. They did find a suspect area on the MRI, but can't tell if it's a new lesion or just a shadow on the scan. We're obviously hoping for the latter. It isn't logical that a new lesion would grow considering all the shit that they've been pumping into to him to kill, and successfully so, the existing tumors. So we've got our fingers crossed. Thanks in advance for your continued good thoughts and prayers. I do appreciate it. Donger. __________________ I think the young people enjoy it when I "get down," verbally, don't you?*
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LoneWolf Constable of Untruths Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Wichita Casino cash: $1501084	Great news, Donger. Prayers for your father's continued improvement.
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12-08-2014, 08:41 PM	#267
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04-29-2015, 08:27 AM	#270
Donger "Think BOOM!" Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: 33.675° N 106.475° W Casino cash: $10129900 VARSITY	Hello. Unfortunately, my father began having seizures again last week. He had an MRI on Friday and it shows a new tumor deep within his brain. It is inoperable. The doctors are working on a treatment plan. One of the options is some new clinical trial. Anyway, I thought now would be a good time to update. If you would, please send good thoughts to my dad. Thanks. Donger __________________ I think the young people enjoy it when I "get down," verbally, don't you?
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