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In reply to the discussion: I've been diagnosed with stage four terminal cancer [View all]CrispyQ
(38,243 posts)120. I am so sorry.
I wish I had words of comfort but here's a virtual hug with caring vibes.
A friend just told me of her stage 4 diagnosis a few weeks ago so your post was hard to read. Last week I read a headline that some company is close to a blood test for cancer. I wonder if we spent even half the pentagon budget on cancer research where we'd be in that fight today? It's hard living in a country with such misplaced priorities. Have you seen Michael Moore's movie "Where to Invade Next?" Highly recommended! It's not about healthcare, it's about priorities. You can rent it on Amazon for $4.
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Good care and a great attitude is so helpful. Wishing you continued strength and spirit all the way
JudyM
Apr 2023
#97
If cannabis is legal in your state you should be able to get it at a dispensary.
JudyM
Apr 2023
#115
This is terrible. May all the forces of The Universe surround you and send healing and peace.
LoisB
Apr 2023
#17
Long may you run, SoD. May you go home, feel less pain, feel all the love your heart can hold.
ancianita
Apr 2023
#24
frankly cancer should be drug out in to the middle of the dam street and filled full of bullets
dawn5651
Apr 2023
#31
Holding you in my heart for strength and peace. You are not alone, you are dear to DU. n/t
TygrBright
Apr 2023
#32
I am praying that every day you have is FULL of blessings and zero pain! Keep it up! Life's worth it
keopeli
Apr 2023
#42
So sorry to hear this. You ave already been through a ton. Hope you get out in the 10 days.
Evolve Dammit
Apr 2023
#52
Oh no, I feel awful for your pain and having to deal with this. It sounds like are facing everything
TeamProg
Apr 2023
#57
Shit! I don't know your beliefs, but mine... and unless hundreds of NDE'ers are hoaxters... say
Karadeniz
Apr 2023
#67
I am so sorry you are in such pain. I can't even begin to imagine what you are going through
judesedit
Apr 2023
#73
Dying well, if that must be, is a part of living well. You seem to be very capable of that.
Atticus
Apr 2023
#86
{{{{{Mark}}}}} No, I can't imagine what you've been dealing with. Like others here, I'm in awe of
highplainsdem
Apr 2023
#110
As one in medicine it is horrible that I am helpless to bring some alternative to you. I can only
hlthe2b
Apr 2023
#106
Oh I am so so sorry, especially for the pain that isn't managed well, and for the bad news.
LiberalLoner
Jun 2023
#124