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   Grace 25968

   842 Kudos

   12/17/08

   

   
   

   We always need advocates to show us the way! Kudos to you on your work and getting your word out.
   
   Gracie
   

   12/26/08

   Reply from Misdiagnosed:

   Gracie,
   
   You are so thoughtful. Thank you so very much for such a beautiful Christmas Greeting. I hope that your Christmas was and your New Year will be both peaceful and healthy.
   
   Thank you for sharing!
   

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   imanurse

   101 Kudos

   12/14/08

   Dear Misdiagnosed, I am a 54 year old nurse. I am so sorry you lost your mother to stomach cancer. I recently lost my sister-in-law to stomach cancer, and she was misdiagnosed also. There are three very experienced nurses in the family, and we all knew something was wrong, but we didn't know what. I feel terribly guilty about that, and I imagine the other nurses in the family do also. I doubt that this will bring comfort to you now, but most people either die from cancer or from heart problems. I understand your outrage. I want to encourage you to be proactive. My daughter and I recently engaged in American Cancer Society Relay for Life. It was a wonderful experience. Our community raised $100,000 for cancer research. I came to this website today because my 16 year old daughter is living with thyroid cancer. Fortunately, her doctor found it by accident, and we have gotten good treatment. Life is like a river, you can never set your foot in the same river twice. I wish you the best always. Sincerely, a nurse.

   12/15/08

   Reply from Misdiagnosed:

   Hi There,
   
   I am is sorry to hear about the lost of your sister in law. Please do not feel guilty about your sister in law. Yes, you are nurses. However, her primary care physician probably knew more about her health than you ladies/gentlemen did and if he or she did not know what her condition was, they have a responsibility to refer her to specialist for further testing. Stomach cancer is a very painful form of cancer as I am sure you know. I am so sorry that your sister-in-law like my mother had to endure this illness. What was the original diagnosis if you don't mind me asking? I appreciate your email. It would be good if others can read your post. I would love for them to know that this type of misdiagnosis is more common than we assume. However, I understand if you would rather be anonymous.
   
   The good thing is that your daughters thyroid cancer was caught. The sad thing is that she has cancer. However, I will remain in hope that all will go well and that any form of treatment that she is pursuing will be successful. My mother also had surgery related to her thyroid after her diagnosis. Her potassium levels were extremely high. So, she underwent a minor surgery to remove lymph nodes and was given medication to help regulate the potassium level in her body. Please be encouraged. I DO NOT beleive that cancer is not the most powerful force. However, I do believe that an early diagnoses can only help by providing the patient time to make well informed choice. Please keep us posted on her progress.
   
   God Bless you,
   
   Misdiagnosed

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   Implant Info Net

   842 Kudos

   12/13/08

   

   Just getting this message and I'll get to it first thing tomorrow, if I don't later tonight. Thanks for giving it's own heading
   I'm so glad you are shedding light on this much needed topic of medical misdiagnose that goes on. I have quite a few stories I can share when I am feeling a little better.
   See you at the forum!

   
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   12/13/08

   Reply from Misdiagnosed:

   Thank you and please take your time. I believe your post may save and improve lives. However, it is important for you take care of yourself so that you will have the strength to help others. I am looking forward to our friendship.
   
   
   

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