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Pamela thread 6 - Bile Duct Cancer, Continued

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WilsonMilson · 23/07/2023 09:26

Hi all

It’s Kerr here, I wanted to post a quick update as I’m conscious Pamela hasn’t been on for a few days and the thread seems to have reached its limit.

Pamela hasn’t been feeling so good over the last few days - on a positive note, her bloods seem to have stabilised and, all being well, she might be ok for chemo round 2 in the next couple of days. She had a blood transfusion yesterday which, we hope, will also boost her energy levels. On the downside, her jaundice has returned, the bilirubin levels are increasing significantly. The CT scan at the beginning of the week showed no new blockages and our Consultant thought that some early necrosis of the tumour after the last chemo might be contributing, but nobody really knows what’s causing it. Further discussion to take place tomorrow. Seeing the jaundice is one of the worst parts of this, it’s so clear and obvious when it’s happening yet there’s nothing we can do to alleviate it.

Just wanted to let you know the latest. Please, please keep praying for her - she’s my everything, my world, and every thought and prayer is deeply appreciated.

Kerr

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spiderlight · 25/07/2023 09:54

Just checking in to say good morning. I hope things are improving a little now and that you'll be strong enough for chemo this week.

ChelseaGem · 25/07/2023 09:59

Hi Kerr,

Thank you so much for updating. I’m so glad to know that Pamela is fighting on.

Much love and well wishes to you both. ❤️💐

Pommersy · 25/07/2023 10:40

Thank you Kerr for updating us. It is such a kind and thoughtful thing to do. I’m sure you can see how much love, admiration and respect we all have for Pamela. Through her writing we can also see what a wonderful man you are and how much she adores you and Jacob. We are thinking of you always

Northernsoul72 · 25/07/2023 13:20

Thank you for the update. I have been checking. I will continue to pray for Pamela's comfort and positive news on the horizon

SquirrelSoShiny · 25/07/2023 13:54

Just saying hi and sending love to you all ❤️

Plonkydonkey · 25/07/2023 14:00

Thinking of you all today. Thought you would like some happy news from us.

My son has been in swimming lessons and has gone from terrified in water to swimming. Actually swimming! He has been down the slide a few times and is like a dolphin cruising through the water.

My cat enjoyed 2 whole days of sunshine and my potatoes are ready to pick. It's so nice to get weather that isn't of the rain variety.

I hope you are managing to eat albeit small amounts. Hope granny has settled in and Jacob is enjoying the sights of London.

catwithflowers · 25/07/2023 14:10

Kerr, sending so much love to you and Pamela and Jacob. Thanks so much for the update ♥️♥️♥️

Elleviss · 25/07/2023 14:13

Thank you for updating Kerr. Praying for Pamela and sending love to all the family 🙏

uncomfortablydumb53 · 25/07/2023 14:26

Thinking of you, Pamela and Jacob as always and i very much hope today is a comfortable one
Much love
Judith in Wiltshire

sayitkindly · 25/07/2023 14:32

Good afternoon Pamela and Kerr, hope you both had a restful night and that you were able to continue with your treatment. I like many others continue to hold you in my thoughts and send you all much love and positive energy x

Missingmyusername · 25/07/2023 15:26

Sending prayers and hope and good vibes your way. Keep fighting.

Silvers11 · 25/07/2023 15:31

Thanks for letting us know Kerr. Pamela and you are very much in my thoughts and prayers

lucylulululu · 25/07/2023 15:58

Good afternoon Pamela and Kerr, hope you are both having a better day today ❤️
Been thinking of you both as many others have and crossing everything that things are looking good for chemo 🙏🤞🤞🤞
I'm just so sorry you're having to get past all these hurdles. But you will get past them 💐

Farmy · 25/07/2023 16:36

Thinking of you still Pamela and family.

EllaView · 25/07/2023 17:08

Sending love and hopeful thoughts to you all.

mcmooberry · 25/07/2023 17:09

Thank you for the update Kerr, you are all in my thoughts and prayers too. I hope the treatment can go ahead and the bile obstruction will clear and all this will be worth it to get her back. So sorry that this torment feels never-ending. Sending love and my heartfelt hope that things will improve soon.

EarringsandLipstick · 25/07/2023 17:35

A photo from West Cork.

Keeping you all in my thoughts ❤️

Pamela thread 6 - Bile Duct Cancer, Continued
Caramelandsalt · 25/07/2023 18:20

Have been following from the very first thread , I am overwhelmed with the love , support , hope , wonderful pictures ,and also the many positive and also sad experiences that posters have shared with Pamela . May I say the Internet at its best . Faith, hope and love ❤️ to all of you on this thread (and I've prob got that in the wrong order x

Vebrithien · 25/07/2023 20:54

Said a prayer for you all today, in the 13th century parish church of Stourton.

May God's blessings be upon you, and may He hold you in the palm of His hand

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Pamela thread 6 - Bile Duct Cancer, Continued
Lookitaahhh · 25/07/2023 22:11

Thanks for the update, Kerr. Am praying so hard for you all. Sending you all strength and love ❤️

LadyMacbethWasMisunderstood · 25/07/2023 22:15

Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers Pamela. Love to you and your loved ones. Really hope the pain is being kept at bay for you. You are such a brave woman and your family is awesome too.

anewbook · 25/07/2023 22:19

Wishing you a restful night’s sleep tonight Pamela 🌟

GU24Mum · 25/07/2023 22:32

You, Pamela and all your family are in my thoughts. I hope Pamela is comfortable and you are all being looked after by the hospital and your friends. x

TheVikingGirl · 25/07/2023 22:34

Thanks for letting us know, you are all in our prayers ❤️ Sending all our love to Pamela and willing her to keep fighting god bless her and you all 💗💗💗

MrsPositivity1 · 25/07/2023 23:39

Are things today Pamela / Kerr? I hope things are looking better

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