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Brenda Richardson33 said:My dear friends,

I want to thank you all so much for the supportive posts. I just really wanted to say that my dad was a true warrior; he fought a brutal illness for ten years and never once threw in the towel. I’ll always remember him for that sheer bravery, that relentless fight, and his absolute hunger for life. Sadly, the tumor was simply stronger than his will and his struggle... he lost his final battle. His funeral was beautiful and filled with the kind of dignity he truly deserved. It was so moving that I actually felt like he was right there with us—like he’s our guardian angel now, watching over us and making sure no one can cause us any harm. I know he’s present, and because of that, I’m not afraid of anything. The pain is here, and it’ll probably stay for a very long time, but I know deep down it’s better this way; he doesn't have to endure that horrific suffering anymore. There is a specific kind of cruelty in being fully aware of everything around you while being so incredibly sick.

😘 🙂
Try to get some rest. Honestly, it would be good if you could just get away somewhere for a bit—somewhere to clear your head and just decompress. As much as death is a massive shock and pure agony, I’m sure there’s a sense of relief in there too, knowing that the struggle is finally over.

It’s honestly ridiculous how everyone jumped on this thread, acting like they all have some profound insight or the one "correct" answer, meanwhile, the guy who started it hasn't even bothered to reply 🤣 I bet that was his whole game—just baiting enough people to trigger this massive wave of posts.

As mindless as this topic might be, drugs always find a way to reel people in, one way or another. 👍

What really gets under my skin—and yeah, call me overly sentimental if you want—is seeing how much more traction this gets compared to the heavy-hitting threads. We have topics dealing with issues that actually matter to our lives, things that affect us all, and they barely get any views over an entire month. It’s a damn shame. 😳

coppergardener said:over a month ago:
''ISOLATE 01: enterococcus faecalis - 10 (4) bacteria/ml''

then a 10-day course of nitrofurantoin

AND NOOOOOOWWWWW:
''- 10 (4) contamination, multiple bacterial species increased, please ensure sample is collected correctly'' >>>😠 what is this supposed to mean? I’m not some 150-year-old grandmother who doesn't know how to provide a clean sample. Why didn't they specify which bacteria or the counts?

By the way, since I drink tons of fluids (and constantly hammer away at it with nettle tea, uva ursi, cranberry, etc.) and am obsessive about hygiene, is it possible that this damn bacterium has been living in my bladder lining or kidneys for years? And what kind of symptoms show up if it actually migrates to the kidneys?

Thanks in advance, and please don't start lecturing me about frequent urination or wiping from front to back—even a toddler knows that by now.🙂

It doesn't necessarily mean you messed up the sample; it could just be them.😳
Small tip: stop mixing uva ursi and cranberries because they basically cancel each other out. Cranberry is acidic while uva ursi is alkaline. Pick one and stick to it. For me, black cohosh and cranberry work best.👍

Lawrence Hall9 said:thanks for the help

Lawrence Hall9, I know you weren't exactly looking for medical advice here, but honestly, give herbal teas a shot. For my stomach issues, peppermint tea is a total lifesaver. Just a heads-up though: try to find some loose-leaf stuff from a local herb shop rather than those cheap grocery store tea bags—the difference is night and day. Sometimes it works so fast it feels like someone just reached in and wiped the pain away, and you can practically drink it all day without any issues. I swap out sodas and water for it constantly, usually mixing it up with green tea. You might also want to look into some valerian drops if you need to chill out. It’s great for just decompressing when things get hectic.

wiredpuma5 said:Just go see some psychiatrist who’ll hand you a handful of antidepressants and sedatives... then suddenly your "stomach issues" will vanish, and you'll be perfectly happy and healthy!!!!

Good grief, why jump straight to the nuclear option?
You never truly know what kind of struggles someone is actually dealing with behind closed doors...😳

Linda Campbell said:Linda xyotac passed away from lung cancer; if it isn't too painful to revisit right now, I’d really appreciate it if you could tell me where he was diagnosed and how long he lived after that.

Believe me, it still hurts like hell, and honestly, it probably will as long as I'm breathing. But thank God, I live off the beautiful memories of him, and that’s what keeps me going. If there is any way I can help, I'm here. My dad was diagnosed with lung cancer in March, and he passed away in November. It was some kind of "non-small cell... something," and it had already spread to his lymph nodes. He started chemotherapy at the Cancer Institute, which he actually tolerated quite well, and the cancer shrank by about 40%, so they suggested surgery. He refused. After that, he went through radiation, and that absolutely destroyed him. Since he wouldn't do the surgery—and we didn't push him, it was his call—we ended up buying some special chemo called Taxol on our own (it wasn't on the standard list back then) because we heard it worked wonders and might buy him some more time. While we were waiting for his blood counts to stabilize so he could start it, the cancer metastasized to his brain. He fell into a coma and passed away. Thank God he didn't suffer for long. But I have to admit, what crushed me during this whole ordeal was seeing my dad so terrified; he just gave up. He didn't fight at all. Looking back, I'm just glad there are so many options now for managing side effects from chemo and radiation, as well as immune support—back then, we didn't have nearly as much. But I truly believe the will to live is everything. I know a cousin of mine has a sister who had half a lung removed due to cancer ten years ago, and she's still going strong today, working like a woman possessed.

It’s such a shame he didn't go for the surgery.😢
Look, in my opinion, your father wasn't actually to blame for being afraid. His reaction was completely natural, normal, and expected. Very few people actually possess that sheer defiance and strength required to face something like this head-on without flinching. I truly believe cancer mortality rates would drop significantly if we actually addressed the human psyche. Your father needed a specialist who could sit down with him and guide his mindset toward the right path. Those kinds of therapists usually come as part of the package when you get the diagnosis paperwork. Your dad was essentially a victim of a broken American healthcare system that lacks any sensitivity to these subtle psychological struggles.
Now, you have the chance to join us in building the website that Charles Edwards8 started. It’s going to be a resource containing information on therapists who specifically work with people who have the same profile as your father. Through your own experience, you have a real opportunity to help someone else's dad facing the exact same struggle.👍

Grace Fisher31 said:It looks like some kind of skin discoloration, but honestly, I'm starting to think it might be tied to my circulation. Has anyone else dealt with this? I’m naturally pretty pale anyway, so I already look like a damn vampire.😬

Could be vitiligo. There's a fresh thread about it floating around here, so go check that out. Fingers crossed it's nothing serious.

northernfox9 said:I can't tell if I'm angrier or just more heartbroken, maybe both.
I was just blindsided by the realization that doctors have been hiding the actual truth about my dad's condition from us this whole time.
When he went in for the tumor removal surgery, we were told afterward that, lung-wise, he was completely clear, and that it hadn't spread to other organs—even though they still had the nerve to throw tragic prognoses our way.
After that, we fought through brain metastases, and things are looking so much, much better now. At least, that’s how optimistic we felt until this morning...
And then (don't ask me how or through what channels, it just happened) I find out (from my dad's own physician who insisted on the version mentioned above) that the tumor actually wasn't fully removed because not everything was operable, and that we're dealing with stage IV carcinoma............😲 😕 😠
I am desperate. Lost. And furious.

God, that’s awful.😠

Just ignore them; there's nothing but hearsay floating around here. You said he's recovering well... focus on that, because that's what matters most! As far as I know regarding medical terminology, the "terminal phase" for any cancer is generally considered the moment metastases are diagnosed. Still, there have been people in that exact same terminal phase who made a comeback—look at ruggednomad182, for example. Don't let this weigh you down too heavily, because your dad's condition is exactly what it was yesterday and the day before; the nonsense they spout doesn't change his reality. Let it go; you don't need that negative energy right now.

And what about the fact that in America, they blatantly lie to every patient with a brain tumor, telling them their recurrences can't be treated with Temodal (which is what happens everywhere globally)? They claim Temodal won't work on a recurrence simply because Medicare doesn't want to foot the bill, since Glioblastoma is deemed incurable. Who gives a damn about that when it means a person could get more precious time left in this world with their loved ones?
This whole system is an absolute joke.👎

silentlynx19 said:I honestly don't know what the issue is; my nails have always been somewhat weak, but over the last few months, it has become an absolute disaster. I simply cannot let them grow past the fingertip because they just snap off...

Grab some olive oil and soak your fingers in it for about ten minutes every single day. You'll see a massive difference pretty quickly. Beyond that, you probably need to up your intake of B vitamins and calcium.

Drew Roberts82 said:Has anyone else dealt with a neurosurgeon claiming they can’t read an MRI scan because the machine itself is outdated? Does that even make sense to advertise? I had this done at a private clinic—that place Jack runs over on Main Street! Of course, it cost me a fortune, and now it feels like a total waste of money. Anyone got advice? Is there any point in pushing back, or am I just shouting into the void here?

Look, neurosurgeons aren't actually the ones trained to interpret MRI scans; that's what radiologists do. Usually, you get a printed report from a radiologist to go along with the images. It sounds to me like he saw something he couldn't quite wrap his head around, so to avoid looking incompetent in front of you, he just blamed the equipment.🙄 Neurosurgeons are a special breed, trust me, I've seen it before😎. Honestly, I highly doubt Jack would be letting people use an obsolete MRI machine🙄

Larry Wells2 said:So, I'm writing this because I'm planning on trying drugs for the first time. I'm 17 and a junior in high school. Just a heads-up: don't bother trying to talk me out of it, because I'm going to do this regardless of whatever stupid comments you leave. I guess I've just reached a point where I feel like I've done everything else and I want to try something new. To be clear, I haven't even touched weed yet. I have zero interest in smoking that. But all my friends are into speed now, and now this other friend is pushing us to try cocaine. Money isn't the issue. I'm just stuck on what to actually go with, so I wanted to hear about your experiences. What's the best way to get a real high without being a total zombie for 24 hours? I'm thinking about doing something Saturday night so that by maybe 2 or 3 in the morning on Sunday, I'm somewhat functional, though I still want the experience to actually hit.

Alright, so what exactly are you looking for from us? What's your actual goal here?😕

So, I caught Mr. Plečko on that "working lunch" show recently, and he was rambling about some REM-based method—supposedly for treating PTSD and grief. He even went as far as claiming there's scientific proof that you can actually communicate with the dead through this technique. It sounds incredibly sketchy to me. Apparently, his wife is a psychologist who completed some certification to practice this specific therapy, or whatever they call it. If anyone wants his email address to grill him further about this nonsense, shoot me a DM. I have an address for him, though I’m not entirely sure if it’s still active.

Linda Campbell said:Thanks, Amanda Lewis93. I’m hanging in there as hard as I can. Honestly, I feel like I’m bursting at the seams—mentally and physically. Between raising a little one, managing my husband, keeping up with work, and caring for my sick mother, it's constant. Every single day, I’m racing straight from the office to the hospital. I honestly don't know where I find the strength. Life is just flying by right in front of me, but none of that matters. Sometimes, you just need one small thing to make life feel beautiful again. Just to know that she’s okay.

It really doesn't take much to find peace and happiness. Whatever happens with your mom, I truly believe you'll take these lessons to heart and pass them down to your kids. You're going to come out of this much stronger and more fulfilled, that's for sure.😘

urbangull25 said:this thread is just heavy... it's pure sadness, mixed with this endless supply of strength, fighting spirit, and sheer courage. Honestly, just a week ago, doctors told my grandmother there was a 99% chance she has bone sarcoma. They ran X-rays on her skull and spine; her spine is in absolute shambles, and they’re seeing changes in her head too. After that, they did a biopsy to get a definitive 100% diagnosis... and then, almost as an afterthought, they mentioned it's already in an advanced stage. I don't even know what else to say. The disbelief is massive, even though I realize—or at least I try to tell myself—that she’s 83. But still... I can't go on writing about this, I think you all understand what I mean. It's a total shock on every level. 😲 😢 🙂

p.s. Brenda Richardson33, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss..

No matter how old someone is, saying goodbye is always gut-wrenching and heavy, especially when they have to go out like this.
My dear, your grandmother is elderly, and with older patients, illnesses often progress differently. She may still have a few more years of quality life left. It’s best to focus on the fact that she’s lived a full life and, eventually, she will pass from old age. Just try your absolute best to maximize her quality of life and give her as much comfort as you possibly can.
Hang in there.😘

Brenda Richardson33 said:My dear dad has closed his eyes forever... he's gone...
For now, this is all I can manage to write because the pain tearing through me is just too intense to put anything else into words... such an overwhelming, indescribable agony...🙂 😢 😳

Honey, I am so incredibly sorry... I don't even know what to say, but the Lord has smiled upon his weary body and soul. My dear, he died happy because he had you—because he loved you endlessly, and you loved him right back. Hold your head high and take comfort in knowing you did everything humanly possible for him. I know how heavy this feels right now, but time will pass and eventually the sharp edge of this pain will dull, leaving only the beautiful memories behind. Let yourself feel the grief; let it out and cry for him. Release all that pent-up sorrow so it can drain away... life keeps moving forward, and there is a whole life ahead of you, watched over by a new angel in heaven looking down on you!
My thoughts are with you😘

Amanda Williams64 said:I really admire the courage and optimism you’ve shown in your previous posts. But three weeks ago, tragedy struck our family. My mom was diagnosed with a brain tumor—glioblastoma. We're still in total shock, trying to wrap our heads around the brutal reality that this is actually happening to us. Any advice on fighting this vicious disease is more than welcome!

I am so sorry😢
It honestly feels like there's a glioblastoma epidemic lately; I feel like I'm hearing about new cases every single day.

When it comes to glioblastoma, the most detailed discussions happen over on the "New Cure Found for Glioblastoma Brain Tumor" forum.
Here’s the link so you don't have to waste time searching:

Everything that me and others have gathered regarding the disease and treatment options can be found right there.

Sending you all the strength in the world to get through what lies ahead.😳

The Democratic Party just released an official statement over on NBC, claiming that Račan hasn't passed away yet. They’re essentially pleading with every news outlet out there to hold off on reporting any death notices. Apparently, he’s in extremely critical condition and looks like he's fading fast, but he's still hanging in there. Right now, his immediate family is by his side along with a few party officials.

So, there you have it. That’s the official word.

slyseal28 said:I honestly don’t know how to put this without sounding insensitive, but I absolutely loathe news like this. I can't stand the constant speculation, especially when dealing with matters this heavy.

Does it really matter which news outlet or radio station breaks this tragic news first? A family should be the one to decide when and how they want to share such information.

I'm right there with you. Even if this turns out to be true, I don't get why there's this massive hesitation to report it, instead of just letting rumors fly through word-of-mouth. For God's sake, if the man passed away, he passed away. He was—or still is—one of the more prominent figures in the American political landscape. This supposed delay in releasing info makes it feel like we're dealing with some kind of dictator where they have to double-check everything to prevent a coup or something...
The whole thing is incredibly uncomfortable because a person of his stature deserves better than having this kind of news trickle out on a random internet forum.

I don't know what you're trying to get at here. If this is just some random thought or a typo, then why bother posting? Get to the point. kaže:
It’s the truth.

So, the "Working Lunch" is happening on the 1st. Mesić just released a statement saying he actually ran into him, and apparently, things are looking pretty grim—I think I even saw tears welling up in his eyes—but they did manage to have a quick word. From what I’ve heard, the news about the alleged death was originally broken by KFI Radio.

Jeremy Phillips54 said:Unfortunately, Clinton has passed away. It hasn't been officially announced yet, but it should be out very soon. This whole situation feels incredibly bizarre—it seems like they dragged things out far too long until there was simply nothing left to be done. Having dealt with a similar situation in my own family (thankfully, one with a better outcome), I truly feel for the man and the way he had to go out.

😲 Where on earth are you getting that info?