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We were at the doctors in August and liver enzymes are now 5 times the normal and kidney functions are bad too. So the MO mentioned several treatments she can try but asked us how we feel about quality of life vs more aggressive treatment and side effects Nothing has ever worked to any great degree this past two years. The side effects have been awful. My husband decided to stop all treatments and live out his days with a clear head before his liver totally shuts down. We started the Hospice journey. My husband still drives on short trips and can do small chores around the house. I thought it was too early for Hospice but they said getting things set up early is the best way to handle everything as opposed to bringing them in at the 11th hour. Until next time, laugh and enjoy life! Thanks for listening!

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Wifeof

Hugs to you. I hope you find some peace throughout this process.

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Mauvemood in reply toWifeof

Thank you! Toughest thing I have ever been through.

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Chiquis

I can only imagine how difficult must be for you to see your husband going through all of this.

It's a good thing he keeps himself busy around the house.

Like you said, laugh and enjoy every single day.

A big hug to you. You are not alone🙏💛

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Mauvemood in reply toChiquis

Thank you!

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Tub111

Thinking of you and prayers for you both. It’s tough to process but hold and love each other and moments you have together.

Strength and love your way from this wife who’s been there...❤️🙏

Sheri

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Mauvemood in reply toTub111

Thank you Sheri! It is a tough journey.

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Raymonda100

Being on hospice will ensure that all interventions are aimed at improving/maintaining your husband's quality of life. My husband is adamant that he does not want to be in the hospital ever again and he wants to die peacefully at home. The only way to ensure that is to be on hospice. People on hospice often live longer than their prognosis because they are not being worn down by futile treatments. Hugs to you both.

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Mauvemood in reply toRaymonda100

Good point!!!! Thank you!!!!!

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Mauvemood in reply toMauvemood

Also a very uplifting response!

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Collarpurple

😢 I pray for peace for your family

Damn how I hate this C.

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Mauvemood in reply toCollarpurple

Thank you. I hate cancer too. I cannot remember what it was like to live prior to my husband's cancer diagnosis.

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Collarpurple

I know I took life for granted and the little things bugged me. Now I hope for loads of good days

Husband is going in for hip replacement

This is how we found out about that damn c

So now I worry how he will do.

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NWLiving

Still doing small chores around the house? Beats my husband. Haha. Make each moment count. Take care.

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