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AML, age 78, taking Decetabine/ Venetoclax, no transplant
Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: May 29 10:27am | Replies (48)Comment receiving replies
Getting ready to take him to his third infusion this week. I just wanted to say I appreciate the conversation.
I just lost my Mom a couple of years ago. She was young and it was a long almost 10 years of being a caregiver. Now just a couple of years later we receive this news with my father and it was so unexpected. He has always been healthy and very fit. Not too long ago he competed in bodybuilding contests. Being a care giver is exhausting but I wouldn’t trade it for the world. It’s an honor to be able to care for your parents.
You are so very kind and supportive. I really appreciate you and will continue to pray for you.
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Good morning, IamHisDaughter. I have been following your conversation thread and wanted to send my support. I am a 10 1/2 year survivor of AML. I was 59 at diagnosis and was blessed to achieve remission after conditioning chemo and stem cell transplant from my sister.
Your most recent note about caring for your Dad resonated with me. I was a caregiver for my two parents over 9 years until my Dad passed away at age 93 and my Mom died at age 96. There were days when I was so tired and occasionally frustrated with the challenges of dealing with our elder care facility. I always knew the time would come when I would be free to come and go freely through my life. Now that time has come, and I would give anything to have just one more hour with them. You are exactly correct, it is an honor and privilege to be able to care for our parents. I miss mine every day. God bless your journey with your Dad. You honor your Mom as you care for him.