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In reply to the discussion: It's back. :( [View all]Jarqui
(10,624 posts)26. Gut wrenching news ..
I am so sorry.
Hard to find the words but a thought did come to mind
One of my best friends got a similar diagnosis re stage 4 lung cancer.
He did a lot of research. He elected to pass on more chemo and treatment that would make him sicker.
He was pretty good until the final two weeks when he got pretty ill.
We both thought he maximized his quality of life that remained - even though treatment might have prolonged his life.
Now everybody is different. You have to find your own path - what is best for you.
No one can be absolutely certain but I think his research and then asking doctors got him to the right decision for him.
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I'm sorry to read this. Just don't surrender without another fight. I think it's best to lay your
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