OP Supporting Member (50+ posts) Joined: Jun 2005 Posts: 72 | It seems like everyone is different and the "be your own quarterback" advice is the best. I have definitely been an agressive caregiver for Ken - staying on top of everything. We do not live in a large metro area and the Oncologists here in NW Arkansas are swamped. While Ken's medical oncologist is super, it is obvious his plate is more than full. We have a terrific relationship with our family doctor (a GP) and we felt very comfortable talking with her about the overall situation. It also helped to have someone to ask "what should I ask the other doctors"? I wish I had found this website much sooner after Ken's diagnosis.
Carol R - caregiver to hubby Ken. Stage 4, SCC, BOT. 6/05 dx, 9/25/05 last tx, 5/06 stroke. Four years cancer free! Still taking things 1 day at a time.
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