Both my father and my father-in-law are dying of cancer. My dad was diagnosed two weeks ago with stage four cancer of the esophagus that has spread to his liver and lungs. He went to the doctor for a soar throat and acid reflux. He is not doing too well. He begins chemo on Monday.
My father-in law was diagnosed with inoperable lung cancer a year ago. He was given six months to live initially but with chemo and radiation he has made it to a year.
I must mention that both men smoked. Dad quit smoking over thirty years ago. Father-in-law smoked for fifty years and quit about ten years ago. That's the only thing they have in common. Both men are different in every way including life style and diet.
I am angry and feel cheated. My father was healthy one day and the next day he was diagnosed with stage four cancer. It has been shocking how quickly his body is failing him.
For a long time I didn't want to have any children. Thankfully my family talked some sense into me and I became a father in July. Both grandfathers are extremely happy to see and hold their grandson. I am often shocked how much grandparents love their grandchildren. I love being a dad
What have I learned from this experience? Don't take health matters lightly. If you find yourself with annoying ailments such as constantly clearing your throat or being short of breath or taking antacids on a regular basis...., take some x-rays or do a CT scan. The only way to find tumors is to see them. And support cancer research to find a cure.
Feel free to share experiences, thoughts and opinions. Thanks.
My father-in law was diagnosed with inoperable lung cancer a year ago. He was given six months to live initially but with chemo and radiation he has made it to a year.
I must mention that both men smoked. Dad quit smoking over thirty years ago. Father-in-law smoked for fifty years and quit about ten years ago. That's the only thing they have in common. Both men are different in every way including life style and diet.
I am angry and feel cheated. My father was healthy one day and the next day he was diagnosed with stage four cancer. It has been shocking how quickly his body is failing him.
For a long time I didn't want to have any children. Thankfully my family talked some sense into me and I became a father in July. Both grandfathers are extremely happy to see and hold their grandson. I am often shocked how much grandparents love their grandchildren. I love being a dad
What have I learned from this experience? Don't take health matters lightly. If you find yourself with annoying ailments such as constantly clearing your throat or being short of breath or taking antacids on a regular basis...., take some x-rays or do a CT scan. The only way to find tumors is to see them. And support cancer research to find a cure.
Feel free to share experiences, thoughts and opinions. Thanks.
