fadedtrucker5 said:I’m packing my bags for a trip to the coast, but I absolutely had to check in and share that my blood work looks just like a healthy person's! 🎉 My glucose levels are actually quite low considering how much dex I'm on! My platelets have climbed from 109 up to 148, and everything else is sitting right within the normal range... white blood cell counts are fine too. 😲 My CBC is looking much better than what my doctors back home were seeing. 🤣 Recovery is happening slowly but surely, and it honestly seems like these dietary supplements I've been taking are a legitimate powerhouse formula for boosting immunity!
Listen, everyone, there is no giving up—just stay positive and keep pushing forward with courage! And my apologies to all the newcomers; I'm in a rush so I can only post this quick update, but please know I am praying for you all! Now I'm off to enjoy some downtime, 😘 wishing you all the best!
You have no idea how incredibly happy I am for you; go enjoy yourself, because you truly deserve this. You are an inspiration to everyone on this forum! 🙂
Elizabeth Perez33 said:Hi there. Well, here I am joining you all... After fighting through a kidney tumor when I was just a one-year-old baby... Now, from everything looking at it, leukemia is next on the list (we're praying it isn't by the time September rolls around).. I suppose if I survived that, I can push through this too. Anyway, it all started with anemia.. now my ferritin levels are barely even producing. My white blood cell count is elevated.. About 80% of the symptoms are present.. But hope remains.
If this were any other topic, people would say "great, the more the merrier," but unfortunately, that isn't the case here. Still, it is a good thing you reached out so we can support one another.🙂 Stay strong and give it everything you've got. Keep us posted on your progress. Don't lose heart, because leukemia is being treated very successfully these days.
I am keeping my fingers crossed that his blood counts improve, and I truly wish him nothing but the absolute best... We try our hardest to stay strong, but when we finally stumble, we make sure not to let him see it. Today, he’s doing a second better with food... but honestly, that's just for our own sake; mentally, absolutely nothing is changing. The doctors don't have anything more intelligent to offer than the usual "this is normal" or "they often react this way to therapy," or "don't pressure him to eat." All of that is fine, but there was one day where I didn't push at all, and he literally ate nothing—he just sipped some juice and water. We have to keep pushing forward, and who knows what else lies ahead for us. We'll be bringing his wife home from work soon; it's true she has to leave her job because of all of this, but there really is no other way. Greetings to everyone, and please, do not give up, because that is the one thing I simply cannot forgive. 🙂))))))) Love,
fadedtrucker5 said:Everything is going to turn out fine, honestly, I’m not even worried! I truly believe he’s a fighter and he has an incredible team behind him! We just need to stay positive and refuse to give up! 🙏
If he had even a single second of the positive energy you seem to be carrying, we might have a chance. This news has absolutely crushed us.😢 He was weak the entire time, yet he kept trying to eat, pushing himself harder every single day to improve, but tonight he just hit rock bottom.😢 He told us straight out that he’s done; he doesn't want to fight anymore, he doesn't want to eat, and he certainly doesn't want to take any more medication because it all feels utterly futile. He feels like he’s just suffering and causing everyone around him to suffer along with him, and he simply cannot handle it—not mentally and certainly not physically. He feels like the doctors are just feeding him false hope, much like we were, and he can sense deep down that the end is near and that it would be better to just speed things along. We talked to him about everything (we didn't break down), trying to have a rational conversation (though, frankly, I don't know how we managed to keep it together). We threw a thousand reasons at him to keep fighting, but nothing works... there is absolutely no hope left in him. I plan to head back to the doctor's office to sit down with them and figure out what our next steps actually are. I prepared myself for the worst and hoped for the best, but I never expected someone to throw in the towel after the very first round of chemo, especially when he doesn't even look that bad.🤷I've had this heavy, sickening feeling in my gut for days, but this latest development has completely destroyed me. I realize his struggle is infinitely harder than ours, but I simply cannot wrap my head around this decision to quit and this desperate desire to hasten the end.😢(((((((((((
It is truly wonderful that you finally have a moment to recharge your own batteries and stop obsessing over therapy for a while. You are such an asset to this group, and I honestly believe we all look forward to reading your posts. In fact, I’ve started reading them aloud to my husband because they have such a powerful, positive effect on us—they truly help pull us up from the ashes. My father-in-law made it home today, though he is absolutely exhausted, worn down by both the treatment and the sheer grind of being in the hospital. He had some fresh blood work done before discharge, and the results aren't bad at all. Some levels dropped, sure, but everything is staying within the normal range; his platelet count went from 134 down to 99, but we will find a way to get those numbers back up over the next three weeks. His appetite isn't great today, but I haven't been forcing him to eat; he had a decent breakfast, took his medications and supplements, and now he's mostly just sleeping and resting. I told him I wouldn't smother him with food during these first few days—he needs to rest and stay hydrated, and we’ll get his nutrition back on track soon enough. I gave him some pikovit syrup to see if it might jumpstart his appetite a bit. I also prepared plenty of fresh juice made from beets, carrots, lemon, apple, and grapefruit... but we'll try that again tomorrow or in the coming days. Sending love to everyone, hang in there.
fadedtrucker5 said:From what I can gather, is the patient heading home soon? Once they get back to their own space, they’ll finally start to feel alive again! Hospitals are incredibly bleak and soul-crushing environments. Honestly, if someone tried to send me back to a hospital right now, I’d just wither away! The most critical thing is that they are physically stable for the moment, but once they are home, you absolutely must surround them with love and try to avoid directing any sad or worried looks their way. Speaking from my own experience, I know firsthand that no illness is quite as devastating as the terrifying sight of seeing fear in the eyes of the people who love you—those who are paralyzed by the dread of losing you. There is nothing more crushing for a person to endure. So, stick to love and positivity! You all are going to pull through this! 🙂
That is exactly what I am hoping for, especially since he already sounds better today, likely because the day he gets to return home is drawing near 🙂🙂 We are going to get him back on his feet; we aren't about to give up on him 🙂 Thank you so much for the response, sweetie, a huge thank you 🙂🙂
Well, now we’re facing a whole new set of challenges 😢 Everything seemed to be progressing smoothly without much trouble during this first cycle, but clearly, something had to go sideways on this final day. Our patient isn't doing terribly physically, though he did start feeling that internal agitation and nausea today; he’s still staying hydrated and trying to manage some fruit since he couldn't stomach much after breakfast. However, the real crisis is the sudden psychological collapse we witnessed today. We spent over an hour talking to him about resilience, about other people whose stories ended on a positive note after fighting through this... just covering everything we could think of. But he remains stubbornly stuck in his own head, insisting that everything feels bleak, lamenting how this is all just pure suffering, and even suggesting he'd rather just stop the therapy entirely regardless of the consequences. He claims this entire process is nothing but torture and that there’s absolutely no quality of life left to speak of—just a constant stream of negativity. We are doing everything in our power to lift his spirits here at home, but honestly, his mental state looks grim. How can I possibly bolster his morale right now? Sending my best to everyone out there fighting these terrible illnesses, whether you are battling it yourself or caring for a loved one :-*
fadedtrucker5, you are an absolute legend to me 🙂))) I honestly can't even put into words how incredibly relieved I am to hear that you're doing so well. Over here, things haven't changed much, though he did run a bit of a fever today. Everything else seems fine, but my biggest fear right now is that his mental state might take a hit. Best to everyone
fadedtrucker5, bravo to you—your strength, your positive energy, and the way you lift others up is truly commendable. I spent the day at the hospital visiting our patient today. He honestly looks fantastic; he isn't feeling nauseous, nor does the therapy seem to be weighing on him too heavily, even though he was dealing with some pain last night—he insists it wasn't anything serious. I finally managed to secure both new updates and the first real, concrete information regarding his condition while I was there. They informed me that, essentially, what we are dealing with is Soft Tissue Sarcoma. No one had mentioned that specific diagnosis to us until now, so I was quite taken aback by the news. They also recommended Revit (a dietary supplement containing royal jelly), noting that he can continue taking it even during chemotherapy. I made sure to get it for him immediately, and he started taking it today. Furthermore, they mentioned there is a possibility that if the treatment works as intended, he may undergo another surgery. That is exactly what I am praying for. He seems to be doing wonderful, and it brings me such peace to see him not suffering. This first cycle wraps up this Saturday, and they told me he won't be discharged until Monday because they don't process any discharges on Sundays. Personally, I'm glad it's handled this way; if he experiences any sudden pain, they will be right there to provide better care. Sending my best to everyone—stay strong. 🙂)))
fadedtrucker5 said:Taking long breaks is actually incredibly beneficial because it gives the blood enough time to fully recover. 👍 He needs to be taking immunity supplements to stay strong through this, and above all, he must remain positive because that mindset is absolutely vital for recovery! I am sending you all my best wishes! Surround him with love; everyone should carry a portion of this burden so he doesn't have to 🙏
If anyone else is looking for advice regarding immune support tablets, I wrote a few pages back about exactly what I take—though, obviously, every single person's needs are unique. 👍 Just keep in mind that more expensive doesn't necessarily mean better, and you really ought to listen to your doctors. While prayer is a wonderful form of meditation, modern medicine is at an enviable level today and must be embraced as the primary, fundamental foundation. And please, stay away from the internet!
Love to you :*
Thank you so much for always reaching out to me. I truly love reading your posts because your positivity is infectious, and I find myself easily swept up in it. I went through everything you mentioned using, and it turns out we use very similar things. On top of all that, we started using NONi quite a while ago on our doctor's recommendation, and it genuinely works to increase our patient's appetite if nothing else does. He is currently hospitalized, and while his treatments are ongoing, he is only permitted to have water or iced tea—at least two liters a day, according to the medical staff—so we can't move back to healthy foods and supplements until the treatment phase is complete. How have you been lately? How are you progressing? Ljubac
Our patient underwent his very first round of chemotherapy today, and honestly, he seems to be holding up quite well so far. The doctors informed him that he’ll be receiving treatment for five consecutive days, followed by a break of nearly a month before the cycle begins again. I am firmly holding out hope that he can endure this entire process and tolerate the side effects without too much struggle. We have all been doing everything humanly possible to support him, and we fully intend to keep that momentum going. Sending my best to everyone, especially fadedtrucker5
casualraven43 said:My dear friends... honestly, it is such a profound relief to visit a site like this and read stories and words like these. I have nothing but respect for you all!!!! I truly wish for everyone here to heal and to find strength in enduring this—you are all absolute heroes!!!! Bravooooo!!!!! babica4...fadedtrucker5!!!! bravoooo!!!!👋👋👏👏I admire you all, just stay strong! For those who aren't aware, we are fighting this fight right alongside my father, who was diagnosed with primary hepatocellular carcinoma of the liver. It’s inoperable, and the doctors weren't giving him any kind of chance, yet he is undergoing chemotherapy (he's had 11 rounds so far, receiving them every 21 days), and after 10 or 11 months, he feels absolutely fantastic. How he handles it is nothing short of a miracle!!!! He hasn't lost any hair, he isn't vomiting, nothing... the only thing is, like a musical artist 🙂🙂 What he possesses most is positivity; he is completely certain and convinced that he is 100% healthy, and he carries himself exactly that way🙂 perhaps that isn't always ideal because he can get too relaxed and forget his limitations, but we have decided to let him be; if he feels good, then everything is fine with us, too... Do not pay any attention to how someone else fared or what happened to them; we are all different, and God is GREAT, and no one can ever truly know how long anyone will live. Our job is to fight and to pray to God, and I believe in miracles!!!! Sending love to you all😍
It is truly heartening to read a post like this 🙂 just keep going like this and I'll be rooting for you.
We are doing everything in our power to keep things moving in this direction, and honestly, it brings me such relief to see him smiling and actually getting out there to sit with people again. As for the family members who are already weeping over him—they aren't doing it right in front of his face because they’re being sensible; even they need a way to let off some steam once in a while. I truly appreciate you reaching out and offering your support. We listen to the doctors above all else, though they tend to be quite brief with their words. I am just so incredibly glad I stumbled upon this forum where I can exchange experiences and gauge whether I am actually doing the right thing. Sending my best, and we are in this fight together.
Hello everyone... unfortunately, I find myself joining this discussion, though not on the most pleasant of topics 😢 but I still want to offer my praise to the person who started this thread and to all of you for sharing your experiences. I actually posted yesterday on a thread regarding LUNG CANCER, but there hasn't been a response yet. To give you the context, my father-in-law was diagnosed with a malignant lung tumor a few months ago; they performed surgery, but the malignancy couldn't be entirely removed. He has undergone various tests and produced every possible diagnostic result, and this coming Monday, he is scheduled to begin his first round of therapies. We just learned today that he will be undergoing both radiation and chemotherapy. The doctors aren't particularly optimistic, but I have made the firm decision to stand right by my father-in-law and fight through this entire ordeal alongside him. We possess a strong will, so we shall see how things unfold. I am relatively young—only 25—and I have never had to face such a vicious disease, so any advice at all would be deeply appreciated. For the moment, we are holding steady; thank God, he is eating and drinking everything I provide. I try to ensure he eats high-quality, nutritious food, though I occasionally slip in something he truly enjoys as a reward. Ever since we received the diagnosis, he has been consuming NONI, beets, quail eggs, honey, and plenty of fruit like raspberries, blueberries, and grapes every single day. We have also started him on an immunity-boosting blend consisting of propolis, oregano, pollen, honey, clover, thyme, sage, and echinacea; in addition to all that, he takes two tablespoons of flaxseed oil and oregano oil daily. I also picked up an appetite stimulant syrup for him just as a precaution. Perhaps I am overdoing it with all these supplements, but he takes them willingly and doesn't complain. His weight remains stable—neither dropping nor increasing. We are all making sure he doesn't isolate himself in his room, ensuring he has his time to rest, socialize, and spend time out in the garden in the fresh Air. I speak with him regularly about everything; I encourage him to be brave, but I refuse to lie to him—he is fully aware of his situation. If anyone has any advice for me on how to proceed or what steps to take next, please reach out. I am grateful for every single comment. <3 Don't let it get you down; we fight this together.