My mother was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer in May this year. We've just been told she now has 6 months to live. Help me with what to expect.
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posted by sunshine arakhan
on Dec 10, 2012 -
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Asking for a friend: Where in Northern California can I get a wig made out of my hair to give to a family member with cancer?
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posted by lovableiago
on Jul 9, 2012 -
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My mother's liver is failing, but nowhere near as fast as expected. She has been in home hospice care for two and a half months. My aunt wants me to take her to the doctor but I feel like the physical toll on my mother outweighs any probable benefit. Am I doing the wrong thing? What do I tell my aunt?
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posted by polyhedron
on Oct 13, 2011 -
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My mother-in-law just got a serious cancer diagnosis and will likely have less time with us than we thought. How can I make sure that my daughter knows her even if she isn't around?
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posted by Alison
on Jun 16, 2011 -
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My dad has been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. We are not close. I'd like some level of closure but don't know what I want.
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posted by zerobyproxy
on Nov 17, 2010 -
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My uncle has cancer...allegedly, and our family members are rallying together to help him. How can I give without feeling like a sucker?
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posted by stedman15
on Jul 19, 2010 -
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I am incredibly stressed out by things going on with my family right now, and I'm not sure how I should handle things.
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posted by jnaps
on Jul 2, 2010 -
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My dad is dying, but how do I know how quickly, and how do I know which "scares" I should travel across the country for?
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posted by bash
on Mar 26, 2008 -
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My seventy-seven year old grandfather, maker of pierogies and violins, will have his bladder removed this Friday to help stop the spread of cancer. What can I do to keep him positive?
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posted by furtive
on Jul 5, 2006 -
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