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Its so sad that even though he can see the logic in this he is afraid to stop the chemo tabs! I think you must be a very brave person to have taken the natural way as opposed to chemo etc. And I am more than convinced that you made the right decision. The docters even want him to go back to hospital again next Monday togive him more Rituximab and chemo tabs....not bad for an establishment that less than a week ago sent him home with nothing else they could do and not even an appointment to return. They just said to pop back if he wanted to try the Ritoxin...Amazin and very very annoying!
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Hi Smoothie,
Just thought I'd throw this into the pot - I am taking Maitake mushroom - have a look at [link= http://www.healthcastle.com/herb_mushroom_maitake.shtml ]http://www.healthcastle.com/herb_mushroom_maitake.shtml[/link].
It is well known in Chinese communities for fighting cancer. It is completely natural and inexpensive.
Love and Light
Lyndsey
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Thanks Lyndsey, I appreciate your suggestion very much. I am going to have a good read about them now and probably order some! Many thanks
Smoothie xx
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Smoothie, remember, Chinese medicine is only a few thousand years old-what could they possibly know? They are aware of western medicine but choose to go with what's worked for those thousands of years. They also have a much lower incidence of cancer-do you suppose they might be on to something? I also use some of their elements such as carcinosa, arsenicum and sulphur. Yes, arsenicum is a derivative of arsenic. People of the Asian countries in general have lower occuring cancer, probably due to the fact that they don't poison themselves with all the crap that so many others do in other countries. As I told you, I am open to any and all that can help.
kcat
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Smoothie, my latest blood draw (Oct 25th) shows PSA at 4.7. I was stressed on some personal issues last month and it was at 5.7-things settle down and the PSA does, too. I only tell you this to emphasize the importance of the immune system. A variance .4 since Feb'05. Please let me know how your brother is doing. I pledge my continuing support and concern.
kcat
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Hi Smoothie
My Mum has just been on a Jin Shin Jyutsu course and her instructor treats 2 people with NHL (not sure of the grade etc) but he has recommended this as a complimentary therapy. I'm not too sure what it is all about but certainly worth looking at.
Take care - love and light as always
Lyndsey
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kcat thanks for your continued support. I showed my brother your messages and he gets much comfort from them. Today he felt better and walked out to the garden for a walk round which is something he hasnt done for almost 2 wks. He has managed to eat more today also.
Selenite, I have not come across this but I will look intoit so many thanks. Thankfully he is open to any new suggestions now. He has started to tell visitors the things I have been giving him, such as the vits etc. and he has been surprised at how many of them think they are a good idea. So that all helps!
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In the early dark days of my diagnosis, a friend ,who is a doctor, told me I would beat this thing because she felt I had such a good attitude. I, too, feel very strongly about this. So good to hear about the walk!! Tell him that he must resolve to win this fight-it will count for so much. I have made this my life's work because it truly is and I'm dedicated to help anyone in any way I can. I'm glad to hear he is eating-very important. My best to you always.
kcat
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Smoothie, how is everything?
kcat
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Hi kcat
Im afraid that after a week of struggling to eat or sleep he finally died at half eight this morning. Its been a tough week with him being in so much pain. He actually had a better day yesterday and managed to drink some tea and eat some grapes, he had no pain and wasnt sick all day. He went to sleep and just never woke up. I arrived at his side about 1 minute after he died. I want to thank you and everyone else that has sent me replies to my queries, you have helped me so much through these difficult weeks. He told me on numerous occasions how much it had helped him and the whole family when I started him on the supplements etc as it gave him something to focus on and he is sure that it helped his quality of life and that of his wife, 2 children and all the family. Thank you xx
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My deepest sympathies to you and your family. My heart truly aches for you today and I pray for all of you.
kcat
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I've jsut been reading this thread as I've a client with NHL - and I was so sorry to read your last post Smoothie. You must have been of great comfort to your brother, and made hislife happier. My love and condolences to you and family,
Sharonx
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Thank you both for your kind words. It is very difficult coming to terms with his death but at the same time it is a comfort knowing that he is not in pain anymore. xx
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Smoothie,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and love to you and your family.
Love and Light
Lyndsey
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thanks lyndsey, it helps so much having this support from caring people such as yourself.
How are things with you? I see it is almost a month now since you started the rChop?
Smoothie xx