My girlfriend's lung cancer is back. It's terminal.

[Prisoner_Number_Six]

RE a recent post: http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=105&topic_id=6805202

She has a cancer that is too rare to treat, except possibly experimentally.

I don't want to watch her go through what she now faces. But I'm going to have to.

[1gobluedem]

1. I'm so sorry

I wish we could throw billions into cancer research instead of an illegitmate and pointless war.

[liberaldemocrat7]

52. I'm sorry number 6.

Since it appears terminal and the doctors might do experimental work has anyone considered attempting to attack the tumors by freezing them and also cutting off their blood supply?

Never give up!

I hope your girlfriend recovers.

[enigmatic]

2. I'm sorry

I don't know what else to say :hug:

[Mojambo]

3. Very, very sorry.

I wish you great strength and courage.

[BlueIris]

4. (((((Prisoner))))).

:cry:

[Fleshdancer]

5. I am so very sorry PNS

My father passed away seven years ago of a rare lung cancer. I just don't understand why happy, wonderful people who have so much to offer this world seem to leave earlier than they should. My heart goes out to her, you, and to everyone else who loves her.

May the time she has left on this rock be filled with nothing but excitement and happiness.

[Beaverhausen]

6. I'm so sorry

There is a cancer support group here:
http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topics&forum=380

:hug:

[SeattleGirl]

7. I'm so very sorry to hear this, PNS.

Light and prayers to the both of you, as you face this together. :hug:

[uppityperson]

8. I am so sorry

[lost-in-nj]

9. I am so sorry

:hug: :hug:

lost

[LeftyFingerPop]

10. I'm very sorry.

:hug:

[Xipe Totec]

11. Never surrender

Believe it or not, this is my mother's favorite poem.
She is trice a breast cancer survivor.
She is my guiding light.
God bless her and keep her...




Do not surrender even when defeated,
and do not be a slave even in bondage,
trembling with fear advance bravely,
and attack with fury, though badly wounded.

Be as stubborn as a rusting nail,
that refuses to yield though old and ruined,
and do not envy the peacock's plumage,
that drops in fear at the first noise.

Be as a god that never cries,
or as a devil that never prays,
or as the oak whose mighty canopy,
needs of water but does not beg it.

Even when it rolls to the dust,
let your head scowl and bite,
and scream for vengeance.

- Pedro Palacios Almafuerte
Argentinian poet 1854-1917

[Prisoner_Number_Six]

16. She sounded very positive when I talked to her.

I don't know how much is genuine and how much is the truth not having sunk in completely yet.

[Xipe Totec]

25. Have courage

Let her draw strength from you.

Accept what is to come, when it comes, and not before.

My prayers are with you and with your friend.

:hug:

[GenDem]

12. Very, very sorry

:hug:

[YellowRubberDuckie]

13. ....

:hug:

[BarenakedLady]

14. Oh no!

I'm so sorry. My thoughts are with you and your girlfriend.

:hug:

[Lydia Leftcoast]

15. Oh, no!

That has to be so hard.

:hug:

[sasquatch]

17. That is terrible

[DeposeTheBoyKing]

18. How terrible - I'm so sorry

I wish you both the best during this ordeal. :cry: :hug:

[Left Is Write]

19. I'm so sorry.

My heart goes out to you both.

[wildhorses]

20. sorry to read this.

stay strong for her.

[OzarkDem]

21. So sorry for both of you

You both have a difficult journey ahead of you. You are a wonderful person for helping her get through all this. It would be impossible to do alone.

You'll both be in my prayers and drop by the cancer forum if you want to talk.


:grouphug:

[hedgehog]

22. Oh, God

I wish I could make this go away.

[SPKrazy]

23. sorry man...

that sucks

really sucks


:hug: :hug:

[volstork]

24. I wish you both peace and strength.

[johnnie]

26. I'm so sorry to hear this

I will keep her in my thoughts.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

27. My dear Prisoner_Number_Six...

Oh my god...

How horrible for her, and you...

There are no adequate words to describe how I'm feeling for you both right now...

You both are in my prayers...

I can only hope that she gets into a hospice program and has her pain completely under control...

Safe passage to her...

Hugs to you both, sweetie...:grouphug:

[MissB]

28. Oh dear.

:hug:

[Haole Girl]

29. Prayers, vibes, and thoughts...

..for your girlfriend, you, and loved ones. :hug:

[fortyfeetunder]

30. Hugs to both of you

I wish you strength in the days ahead. You are in good DU company who care about you.
:hug:

[Reciprocity]

31. Sending, , hugs, prayers, positive thoughts, and good vibes your way.

[qanda]

32. So very sorry

Hold her close and let her know that there are many people thinking about her. (((PNS)))

[FloridaJudy]

33. I'm so sorry.

There isn't anything I can say that will make it better.
But I can offer a hug. :hug:

[crim son]

34. I'm terribly sorry for both of you.

She is fortunate to have you standing by her. It will make a difference. :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

[Prisoner_Number_Six]

35. Many thanks for all the hugs.

Perhaps I'm premature. She's a fighter- she'll kick ass on this one.

[Wapsie B]

36. I am so sorry.

You and her are in my thoughts and prayers.

[Starbucks Anarchist]

37. I'm so sorry, Prisoner_Number_Six.

Your girlfriend and you will be in my thoughts. :hug: :hug: :hug:

[ThomCat]

38. I'm sorry.

I hope they can make this as painless as possible for her. I hope she has some time, and she's able to use it as long as possible. And I hope you can get some peace through all of this.
:hug:

[Cabcere]

39. Echoing what everyone else has already said...

I am so, so sorry to hear that, Prisoner_Number_Six. :( My thoughts, prayers, and good vibes will be with you and your girlfriend in the times ahead. :hug: Peace to both of you.

[flamingyouth]

40. I'm so sorry.

I missed your original post. I'm very sorry to hear this. You'll both be in my thoughts.

[Ellen Forradalom]

41. Oh......no.

I am so sorry to hear it.

Prayers and hugs.

[Shine]

42. My heart goes out to both of you. I'm so sorry to hear this news.

:hug:
I'm a hospice volunteer and cannot say enough positive things about that incredible organization. If and when you're both ready to look at getting support from them, know that you will all be in good hands. Feel free to PM me if I can be of any service. I mean it. :hug:

[GoddessOfGuinness]

43. I'm so sorry...

Sending my best vibes, and hugs for strength...

[Danger Mouse]

44. I'm deeply sorry to hear this...

I know words do little at this point.
I hope that something can be done for her.
Best of luck to both of you.
Whatever happens...best of luck to both of you.

[yellowdogintexas]

45. how very sorry I am to hear this, thoughts and prayers to both of you. nt

[mike_c]

46. damn-- be strong to help her go....

Damn, I'm sorry.

[PaddyBlueEyes]

47. Im sorry Bro

but maybe just maybe, the experimental drugs could work.....

[WindRavenX]

48. aw christ

I don't know what to say except that I wish you didn't have to go through this :cry:

[Bullwinkle925]

49. I'm sorry.

My thoughts will be with you both. Take care.

:grouphug:

[KitchenWitch]

50. I am so sorry to hear this.

:hug:

:cry:

[BreweryYardRat]

51. I'm sorry to hear that.

[krispos42]

53. Sympathies galore, man

Is there a timeline? An estimate?





You know what I mean. Sorry, I'm not good at this.

:hugs:

[Prisoner_Number_Six]

63. No idea what the progression of this one will be.

As I said it's a rare one- it's in the HUNDREDS of cases worldwide, which makes it nonexistent as far as current case studies are concerned.

I'll just have to make an effort to let you know her progress (if I can be so hopeful as to use that word).

[idgiehkt]

54. I am so very sorry to hear this

:hug: :hug: :hug:

[RFKHumphreyObama]

55. Words are inadequate at this time I know.

I'm so sorry to hear this. Your girlfriend and you have my deepest in terms of thoughts, prayers, positive vibes and whatever good wishes I can extend to you:hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

[Connonym]

56. I'm so very sorry

It was lung cancer that took my dad so I have an exceptional hatred toward that particular disease. I'm very sorry that you and she will have to go through this. I'm wishing you both a peaceful journey through this. I wish there was more I could do or say. :hug: She's lucky to have you by her side.

[bridgit]

57. Peace, Light & Wholeness to you & yours...

:hug:

[seemunkee]

58. I'm sorry, but don't give up

If she doesn't feel confident with her doc find one she is. I hope she is up to fighting it.
:grouphug:

[madrchsod]

59. we never know what tomorrow brings

may you and her live each day to the fullest and not worry about tomorrow, for it will take care of itself...

[eyepaddle]

60. I'm so sorry to hear that.

At this time words are meaningless, just know that we are all thinking about you.

:hug: :cry:

[bleedingheart]

61. I am so sorry

I am glad you are there for her.

[grace0418]

62. I'm so sorry PN6.

I hope that the doctors are wrong. It can happen. :( :hug:

[redqueen]

64. Fuck.

I'm so sorry...

[bamacrat]

65. Holy shit, that is awful.

[VenusRising]

66. I am so very sorry.

I can't imagine the heartache that goes along with that.

I hope that you get much more quality time together.

:cry:


Healing vibes, thoughts, and prayers for you and your girlfriend.
:hug::hug::hug:

[Fran Kubelik]

67. I am so sorry.

:grouphug:

[Bossy Monkey]

68. So so so very sorry. Be as strong as you can be

& come to the Lounge to yell and holler as necessary. Feel free to PM if you need to talk. I seldom post any more but check in practically every day. Best wishes.

[Zavulon]

69. Really, really sorry to hear that, Six.

My thoughts and best wishes are with you both.

[reyd reid reed]

70. How horrible

I'm so sorry. Hugs and love to both of you.

:hug::hug:

[GreenPartyVoter]

71. I am so very sorry *hugs and prayers*