TarheelRick Posted June 23, 2020 Posted June 23, 2020 This is probably only the second time I have logged on in ten days. My wife has been suffering with severe back pain for a couple of months. We finally got her an appointment with a neurosurgeon NEXT MONTH. This blasted virus has so disrupted every part of decent civilization. Anyway, Saturday the 13th she complained of being extremely cold (78 F outside) and was shaking uncontrollably. Thinking it may be coming from the back I called 911 and had her transported to a hospital (at least that is what their sign says, that is another story altogether). They did some CAT scans and discovered a severe infection of the kidney/bladder area. They also discovered some thickening of the adrenal gland and some malformation of the lymph nodes in that area. Long story short she has been diagnosed with cancer around the kidney. They also performed an endoscopy and discovered two ulcers. Right now we are waiting for results of a bone scan to see if there is any correlation between the cancer and her back pain. Once all that is done they will develop a treatment plan. The wife and I discussed it and our decision is to transfer her to another hospital, closer to home, less crowded, and I hope a better organized operational staff. So, not knowing what is coming down the road I will probably not be on as much as I would like. SHE is the most important part of my life right now and I am going to do everything I can to get her well - GOD willing.
Tom Geiger Posted June 23, 2020 Posted June 23, 2020 My very best wishes and prayers to you and especially your wife!
TarheelRick Posted August 18, 2020 Author Posted August 18, 2020 The inevitable has come about. Had to place my wife in hospice this evening. The cancer had progressed much quicker than we had thought, Doctor is giving several days to a few weeks. Need prayers, thanks.
slusher Posted August 19, 2020 Posted August 19, 2020 My heart breaks for you. I cannot imagine what your wife and you are going through. My prayers are with you...
tbill Posted August 19, 2020 Posted August 19, 2020 So sorry to hear this, thoughts and prayers coming your way.
TarheelRick Posted August 21, 2020 Author Posted August 21, 2020 My beautiful wife of 38 years passed yesterday morning at 11:00 a.m.. Thank all of you for your thoughts and prayers.
Snake45 Posted August 21, 2020 Posted August 21, 2020 Sorry to hear this. May God be with you and your family, Rick.
Classicgas Posted August 21, 2020 Posted August 21, 2020 So very sorry sir. Will be keeping you in prayer.
Tom Geiger Posted August 21, 2020 Posted August 21, 2020 Very sorry to learn this! My prayers and best wishes to your family!❤️
slusher Posted August 22, 2020 Posted August 22, 2020 Sorry for your loss Rick, your in my prayers friend...
landman Posted August 23, 2020 Posted August 23, 2020 So sad. Please accept my most sincere sympathies.
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