Brain injury followed by dementia, now basal cell carcinoma on face

Posted by lucypo @lucypo, May 12 3:42pm

Hi there, my name is Loree and I am hoping someone can help my family with the latest of tragedies regarding my mom. The resident doctor at her long term care facility finally prescribed chemotherapy cream which did not have any real effect other than scabbing. New growth has developed and the patch has grown. Because of her brain injury (a fall), followed by what they call dementia (no tests ever done) the doctor will not refer her for further treatment. In his words she will die from dementia before the skin cancer kills her. So sad and upsetting, there must be something that can be done!! Any information would be so appreciate -

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You are so welcome. You have your hands full. I cannot imagine all that is going on. I deal with stuff that would turn your head around. I am capable and try to pick my battles. I am not perfect by any means. But..that being said, Parent's are alot harder. We love them and would do anything that is necessary. Unfortunately I have lost both my parent's! I get up everyday and know something will come up or maybe not. Keep your loving attitude. Don't be threatened by what you need to do . It is so much harder when we love them. My heart is feeling blessed by your comments. Take care.

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Thanks so much!! Keep calm and carry on!!

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Thanks so much!! Keep calm and carry on!!

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Thank you!

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