Members Jamesg Posted August 20, 2006 Members Share Posted August 20, 2006 So, so sorry to hear of your troubles... Sounds like things are getting a little clearer, and once you know what you're dealing with you're better equipt to fight it, right? Your son sounds like a strong lad, and you're obviously a great father, so you've got loads of good mojo on your side already... Sending more just in case! Keep strong. Thinking of boobies ALWAYS helps! James. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members monstermaker Posted August 20, 2006 Members Share Posted August 20, 2006 My prayers for your son. Stay positive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jimmy310 Posted August 20, 2006 Members Share Posted August 20, 2006 Still Praying. Stay in there dustin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GuitarNoobie Posted August 20, 2006 Members Share Posted August 20, 2006 you guys hang in there. Still praying for ya... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members slugball Posted August 21, 2006 Members Share Posted August 21, 2006 Peace to your family and all my best wishes to your son for a speedy recovery, and a long and happy life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ebene Posted August 21, 2006 Members Share Posted August 21, 2006 Wow... mojo and prayers have been sent to you and your son, brother Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members crispete Posted August 21, 2006 Members Share Posted August 21, 2006 All my hopes, prayers, and mojo that your boy is going to be OK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Gorgon90 Posted August 21, 2006 Members Share Posted August 21, 2006 My little boy broke his arm about two years ago when he was three, and had to stay in hospital in traction for three weeks. That really ripped me up at the time but I can't even imagine facing what you're going through. Best wishes and good luck to Dustball, you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members MikeK Posted August 21, 2006 Members Share Posted August 21, 2006 Prayers sent, from one father to another, I cannot immagine what your family is going through. God Bless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members aliensporebomb Posted August 21, 2006 Members Share Posted August 21, 2006 This sounds tough but he's young and has everyadvantage now that they know what this is. More mojo your way and keep us posted on hisprogress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Hunter6 Posted August 22, 2006 Members Share Posted August 22, 2006 I'm glad he's getting taken care of so quickly, and that there's a large possiblitly of him getting better. Mojo/Prayers/Whatever else sent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members geddins81 Posted August 22, 2006 Members Share Posted August 22, 2006 Kev,Ya'll continue in our thoughts and prayers here. Hang in and hold on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ThomasD Posted August 22, 2006 Members Share Posted August 22, 2006 Prayers for you and your son. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members beatendown1959 Posted August 23, 2006 Members Share Posted August 23, 2006 I am a newbie here, first post I read tonight. My thoughts and prayers go to your son and your family. I only wish that you wouldn't have to through this. I have been in that situation. Stay strong and God bless your family! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Kevman Posted August 23, 2006 Author Members Share Posted August 23, 2006 Hi folks,Just a Dustball update for 8-23-06. We are still in the ICU.He was feeling better for the last few days even though the docs had been watching some blood clotting he has going on. His pain levels were much lower and they had reduced the morphine drip several times. He had not been using his pain button for an instant push of pain meds at all over the weekend and through most of Monday. Monday evening he started to have some pain in his bones which is a side effect of the chemo. Tuesday they took him down for a bone scan to try to see to what extent the cancer is in his bones. I have not heard these results yet. Tuesday evening they gave him the chemo chemical they were afraid to give on Friday and again on Monday because of his clotting issues. It finally got to a point where they had to give the treatment whether or not his body had taken care of the clots. This may have been the most difficult thing I have had to look at in a long time. 4 shots (2) in each thigh with needles long enough to get into deep muscle tissue. 4 doctors and 1 nurse holding his feet. All 4 shots at the same time. Jesus. He had another chemo injected into his IV port and yet another set up as an IV drip that looked like neon orange antifreeze. Disturbing but, if this stuff is as effective as it looks like it should be it'll be killing all kinds of cancer cells. He still sweats through 4 sets of sheets a day and has for a week even though his temp is below normal. And now he has this bone pain everywhere. He says " this {censored} is making me weak" and it looks like it. As bad as that all sounds the doctors are not only talking about a move from ICU but a move HOME! Soon! So the next day or two could mean Dustball is going to be in his newly overhauled room figuring out riffs. BTW if anyone was at the Allman Brothers show in NJ last night and happened to pre order the live CD they offer of the show...I'll pay you for a good burn of it. I know he was bumming big-time because he missed it. Derek Trucks is a hero of his. (SG fund has already been started). I want to continue my thanks for all of the support and prayers we have been getting from this forum. You are all top notch. I'll keep you all posted right here in this thread.Peace outKev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GuitarNoobie Posted August 23, 2006 Members Share Posted August 23, 2006 sorry for the pain and agony you both are going through. Let's hope the doctors are correct and Dustball gets to return home soon... Those shots sound scary as HELL. Hang in there brother... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members guitarkid∞ Posted August 23, 2006 Members Share Posted August 23, 2006 hang in there kevman! im sorry..but i wasnt there...my friend i wanted to go quite badly...but yeah.. glad to hear he'll be going home soon! prayers are being sent! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Ancient Mariner Posted August 23, 2006 Members Share Posted August 23, 2006 Still praying for you guys. What can I say - I know what it means to lose a near-adult child. Keep going Kev. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members doubleR Posted August 23, 2006 Members Share Posted August 23, 2006 I was on vacation and just caught up with this thread. Man, what do you say in a situation like this? Hopefully, all the positive vibes being put out by our fellow HC'ers will make a difference... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Daddyof2 Posted August 23, 2006 Members Share Posted August 23, 2006 God bless you Kevman and Dustball. Hang in there guys and stay positive. Leukemia is a tough road but the battle can be won. My nephew was diagnosed in December 2004 with AML and he is in remission and doing great now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jjpistols Posted August 23, 2006 Members Share Posted August 23, 2006 all my strength I give to you and Dustball Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members xStonr Posted August 24, 2006 Members Share Posted August 24, 2006 Positive vibes are sent your way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members onewhiteduck Posted August 24, 2006 Members Share Posted August 24, 2006 Hey man, prayers to your son! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TattooedCarrot Posted August 24, 2006 Members Share Posted August 24, 2006 I hope you don't mind, but I sent Derek an email explaining the situation and told him what a fan Dustin is, and what a tough time he's having. Wouldn't that be cool if he sent Dustin an email or something....I suspect it would help lift his spirits. Stay strong and God bless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Splendor Posted August 24, 2006 Members Share Posted August 24, 2006 Thanks for taking the time to update us Kevman. How can I get in on the SG fund? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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