My dad has leukemia.

kittensoft1984 · 14-01-2009 10:08pm #1

Hey guys,

I thought this might be the best forum to post this. My dad was diagnosed with leukemia 2 years ago. About 7 months ago, he got the shingles which spiraled it all out of control. He is not very very sick. He has had 4 weeks of compath treatment - high dosage of 3 times a week. At the moment his white cell count is 112.

My question is, is there anything I can do to lighten his mood a bit? I am looking after him full time. He doesn't know how sick he is (which I dont know if I agree with or not). I suppose if he knew, he wouldn't move for fear of something happening to him.

He also has a serious heart condition which means he could have a heart attack at any time.

I am my wits end trying to think up ways of making it easier for him? Does anyone have any tips on what I can do?

Sorry if this is the wrong forum or if that post seems messed up!

Thanks

Dan Sanchez · 19-01-2009 4:09am

I suppose you and your family should spend time with him when you can and make him happy. I think its a hard question for people to answer.

kittensoft1984 · 28-01-2009 10:37pm

Hi Everyone,

Just wanted to let you know that they have stopped all treatment with my Dad. His kidneys have failed and also his liver is enlarged so he is not stable enough for it.

They have said we have a maximum of 2 weeks left with him.

28-01-2009 10:43pm

So sorry to hear that Kitten.

galwayrush · 28-01-2009 10:45pm

Very sorry to hear that. My thoughts are with you.

cbreeze · 28-01-2009 10:48pm

I am very sorry about this. I hope that your final days with your father will bring some comfort to your family and to him. I lost my mother suddenly and did not have the chance to say how much I loved her and how much she meant to me. Even typing this is making me cry. Best to you all.

KikiDee · 29-01-2009 10:17am

Hi Kitten,

I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time. **big hugs**

tbh · 29-01-2009 10:42am

Sorry to hear that Kitten. I hope his passing is peaceful and as free from pain as possible, and I wish you and your family all the strength in the world.

themadchef · 29-01-2009 11:27am

Going to be really tough on you over the next couple of weeks Kitten. It's very hard to watch someone you love fade away like that.

If you come from a big family try not to crowd him if you know what i mean. Also it's very easy to get emotional (God know's it must be unbearable when it's your dad) but i think you have to put the brave face on if only for him.

Try to rest, sleep and eat. I know you wont be hungry but you have to keep your strength up. Lean on each other in the family for support.

My heart really goes out to you.

kittensoft1984 · 29-01-2009 11:47am

Hey guys,

Thanks for the kind words. He was taken off all medication yesterday and has been put on valium, morphine and xanax.

My mam is there now and said that he is very very weak today.

kittensoft1984 · 02-03-2009 3:08pm

Hey everyone,

I just wanted to let you know that my Dad passed away last night. It was very quick and very peaceful.

Raytown Rocks · 02-03-2009 3:12pm

Sorry for your loss.
Take some solace that it was quick and peaceful.
RIP.

paconnors · 02-03-2009 3:18pm

Sorry for your loss op

RIP

tbh · 02-03-2009 3:36pm

very sorry to hear that kittensoft - RIP.

CathyMoran · 02-03-2009 6:05pm

I am really sorry to hear that. RIP

The_Conductor · 02-03-2009 6:09pm

Sorry to hear about your loss kittensoft.
Ar dheis de go raibh a anam.

acontadino · 02-03-2009 6:11pm

oh god, really rest in peace to your dad.

star-pants · 02-03-2009 8:58pm

My heart and thoughts are with you and your family kittensoft, I'm glad he went peacefully and now he is out of pain. You take care of yourself and your family *hugs*
RIP

kittensoft1984 · 04-03-2009 5:01pm

Hey,

Thanks for the kind words xx

My dad has leukemia.

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