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xh is potentially v ill

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lou33 · 21/03/2006 20:17

initial tests show he could have cancer of the oesophagus, he is going for more this week

i found out when i was away in thailand, i just got back today

i pretty much know what the outlook is for him if it is the case, but i wondered if anyone has any experience of it

it's such a huge shock, he is only 43

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foxinsocks · 23/03/2006 13:52

oh dear, so sorry to hear this

I agree the milkshake style build-up drinks tend to be more palatable (esp if you can find a flavour he likes)

fingers crossed the test results come soon so you know what you're dealing with

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lou33 · 23/03/2006 13:55

i got him chocolate milkshake flavour, he likes that sort of thing

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CountessDracula · 23/03/2006 13:56

Also Lou if he just doesnt feel like eating ask the doc for some elemental E028 drink (flavoured one) this is great as it has everything you need in it to live!

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lou33 · 23/03/2006 14:01

thanks cd

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PeachyClair · 24/03/2006 15:59

Lou, if you're into the whole vits thinga nd he does get a dx of cancer (I said IF), try this \link{http://www.bristolcancerhelp.org/\place} as they focus on exactly that and I have been told are extremely good.

They can also give advice of emtional support / vits / positive thinking in the run to a dx if you e-mail them I suspect

NomDePlume · 24/03/2006 16:03

Lou, I've read this thread but avoided posting on it because I just do not know what to say. I have everything crossed for benign result and full recovery xxxxx

spacecadet · 24/03/2006 16:13

lou-sorry i missed this thread, what an awful shock for you.i have emailed you.

SaintGeorge · 24/03/2006 16:24

Oh god lou, so sorry to hear this.

You and yours are in my thoughts.

xx

misdee · 24/03/2006 16:31

lou33, i think i have a big box of build-up drinks here that you can have. Peters now come mixed up already so he doesnt need all of these ones here.

I hope you have some answers soon.

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lou33 · 24/03/2006 19:09

thanks everyone

he seems in good spirits today, tho has slept a lot

i will be in touch with all of you who have emailed and made offers soon

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UneSourisTresMauvaise · 24/03/2006 19:15

Had missed this, Lou - I'm so, so sorry. Am hoping things are more positive than they seem atm x x x x

Distel · 24/03/2006 19:17

Lou33, I read much more that I post but just wanted to say that the outcome of the tests is the best possible and he is as well as he can be xxx.

galaxy · 24/03/2006 21:24

Lou, dh's boss was diagnosed with throat cancer last February and after 6 months of treatment he is now in remission and back at work. He's 58. Hope that's a bit of a boost for you

Caroline5 · 24/03/2006 21:56

lou, so sorry to hear of this, what a terrible shock for you on your return, you have both had so much to deal with :( Hoping for a positive outcome.

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lou33 · 25/03/2006 11:52

that's something to cling onto, ty galaxy

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Flossam · 25/03/2006 12:22

Thinking of you Lou. Hope my email was a bit useful and didn't overwhelm you. xxxxx

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lou33 · 25/03/2006 14:18

it was lovely floss, you have been v helpful

x

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Miaou · 25/03/2006 14:25

Can't stop thinking about you and h lou, I really wish there was something I could do or say. Human nature I suppose to want to put things right! Anyhow you are both - all - in my thoughts a lot and I will be thinking of you when the test results come through next week.

Flossam · 25/03/2006 14:43

I'm glad Lou.

Am still thinking of you all lots too.

Bunglie · 25/03/2006 15:03

I am thinking of you
Love Bunglie XX

A quick thought I have the food supplement drinks. I prefer Entera and Fortisip. Some of the food meals, which are more like a yogurt are quite nice also. Have you a good dietician who will give you some sapmples of the different ones as this can be very helpful? The other thing I do is freeze them. The taste is a bit different and they are quite filling. A bit like eating ice cream.
I also have a little book telling you how to mix them with alcohol to make cocktails!! If you phone the number on the side of the carton the dietican employed by the manufacturers, I think it is Fresubin, are really very helpful and give you loads of suggestions.
I know it is easy to say but try and stay positive and remember that this is the best place to have a moan or get things off your chest.
I will be thinking of you and if you want any more info. on the food suplements then please ask and I will help if I can.
Lots of love and good wishes.
XX

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lou33 · 25/03/2006 15:31

We havent got as far a dieticians yet, but i do know a good one because of my ds, but thank you

I don't think alcohol is a good idea really, he needs to stop drinking.

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SorenDeLorensen · 25/03/2006 15:37

lou, I'm so shocked to read this and so very sorry - I hope it's not as bad as you fear. Much love, moo x

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lou33 · 25/03/2006 15:43

Moo! When did you change your name?!

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SorenDeLorensen · 25/03/2006 17:32

Ages ago, hon - well, er, about a month? If you will keep jetting off to exotic climes you can't possibly hope to keep up. I really am so very sorry about xh - really, realy shocked when I read this Sad

essbee · 26/03/2006 02:07

Just to let you know i'm still thinking about you all Lou, I wish there was something I could do. You know where I am xxxx

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