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    Lucas has cancer (5-22-06)

    Ultrasound results show FIVE tumors. Pancreas, lymph nodes and small bowel.

    They want chemo-therapy, I do not.

    I'll be consulting with my own vet later about how to make him as comfortable as possible.

    I'm going to lose my sweet boy.
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    Oh Jen!!!!!!!! {{{{{{Hugs}}}}}}
    I've been following Lucas' story from a distance- and I had no idea.
    There is no comfort right now You can't let him suffer

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    What a horrible and terrible shock for you, Jen, I'm truly sorry. I never even considered something this serious, I was thinking more along the lines of not knowing quite what was wrong despite the ultrasound. You know Lucas and so only you know what is best for him, but I must ask why you have decided not to use chemotherapy since cats do well on it, usually, and don't have as many side issues as humans. Give him an extra kiss on the nape for me, that place is so soft, and try to indulge both of you in plenty of special time together.

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    Oh Jen, my heart is breaking!! I am so so very sorry.

    I'm sure my decision about the chemo would be exactly like yours. With so many tumors I would just concentrate on making him comfortable and happy.

    You, Charlie and Lucas are all in my thoughts and prayers.

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    Oh Jen..... I just don't know what to say. I'm so very sorry. If it were Max, I would make the same decision as you, although I have known people who have put their kitties through chemo and came through with flying colours.

    {{{hugs}}} Jen.
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    I'm so sorry! I hope your vet can find a way to keep Lucas comfy and that you get some more loving time with him.

    My decision on the chemo would be the same as yours. In fact, Stuart and I have already talked about and decided what we will do in this situation(just by sheer numbers, it's likely to happen someday!).
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    OH JEN NO!!!!! Oh gosh I am sitting here with tears streaming down my face.

    I cannot tell you how brokenhearted I am to hear this terrible news. My heart goes out to you. I know words right now will not comfort you at this time. Just know that we will be here for you.

    I'm so, so sorry.

    ((((((HUGS))))))

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    Oh poor baby Lucas.

    Sending up prayers for Lucas and you his family.

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    Oh Jen!!!!! ((((HUG))))

    I can't blame you for not wanting chemo - it's going to cost a small fortune and make him very sick.... and then there's no gaurantee it would work. I kow you'll do everything possible to make him feel as comofrtable as possible.

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    Jen, I hope you don't mind, but I found a picture of your sweet boy so everyone can see who we're talking about.

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    Oh Jen I'm just seeing this and so sorry. Gosh this makes my problem seem so minor.
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    Jen (((HUGS))) I'm so sorry to hear about Lucas. I'm sending prayers and good thoughts to you and Lucas. What a handsome orangie

    Again I'm so very sorry.


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    Oh (((((Jen))))))!!! I'm so sorry!

    I also don't know much to say, there don't seem to be any words of comfort here.... I'm really sorry!

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    I am so very sorry to hear about Lucas, Jen. Do what you can, when you can, and keep his greater good in the forefront. Many prayers being sent up.

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    So very sorry to hear this news. Sending prayers and hugs for all of you.

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