Sharon, how is your brother doing after going thru all of what he did? Does he seem ok with it or has his mental state changed. Keep an eye on that so you can keep on the happy side if you can. It will work on a mind if you let it. Keep us up to date and good luck to both of you.... Jim

Since posting this. UPMC, Pittsburgh, Oct 2011 until Jan. I averaged about 2 to 3 surgeries a week there. w Can't have jaw made as bone is deteroriating steaily that is left in jaw. Mersa is to blame. Feeding tube . Had trach for 4mos. Got it out April.
--- Passed away 5/14/14, will be greatly missed by everyone here