HETTINGER, ND — I have been with my parents for 2 weeks. My dad has lung cancer and is moving toward the end of his life … and just weathered a crisis that had him in the hospital for two weeks … they are just not that great here at managing pain or trying to understand the source of the pain so that it can be treated appropriately. he has nerve pain and arthritis pain exacerbated by his severe weight loss and the chemo … the doctor is now working better with my mom to get the right match in pain relief but it has been a hell of a battle.
but he came home yesterday and ate well, so we are all happy.
even though he is nearing the end of his journey we all just want him to be able to be as comfortable as possible without being unconscious.
so … we are exhausted physically and emotionally.
best to you and all our love
kendra
