I also think that the his pain management has been underestimated. Lortab is just hydrocodone and tylenol, so his whole pain issues are being dealt with a short acting, relatively weak pain med...look into having them prescribe at least oxycodone, both as a liquid and a time released for longer lasting pain control.

Gary is very correct in that CRF (cancer related fatigue) is a real condition and usually augmented by the use of opiate pain medication. Opiates depress your central nervous system and can reduce your heart rate and respitory systems...hence the truck sitting on his chest. It will subside once he's done with the pain meds.


Ensure Plus and Carnation Instant Breakfast is also a good liquid nutrition.