"With that said, I understand how the rest of you feel, it's the human spirit to fight and not give up, I say that as long as your spouses are willing to fight, support them in that willingness and fight on. IF they have the will, they deserve that support."
Thank you Pratoman. And many with that "fight" have lived to write books about
it, or gently inspire others from the sidelines. There are many, many substances out there, including repurposed approved drugs that disable cancer cells. Unfortunately, they are not within "standard of care" and so doctors won't use them and patients won't trust them. I have seen arguably the most promising anti-cancer drug in development referred to as "snake oil" by those with no scientific background who arbitrarily decide it to be so. Their doctors haven't heard of it, therefore it doesn't exist (and if it does, it's some sort of scam, despite the fact two top USA cancer hospital medical departments are attempting to perfect its delivery and get it to trials/market).
Of course, for many people, the cat and mouse game will continue with the cat finding a way to win. I'll never give in to that cat and neither will my husband. Eventually, it may get the mouse, but every possible avenue will have been explored and we will both rest knowing that has been done.
Wishing everyone, Susan, Sue, Beth, Carol, Krissy, Jane, a happy weekend with many joyful moments between the struggles and sadness. xxxxxx
Post Edited (Moonlitnight) : 8/14/2015 9:21:11 AM (GMT-6)