Glioblastoma: mother in final stages


Posted by Debra , Feb 04,2001,01:48 Post Reply    Forum

My Mother was diagnosed in June, 2000 with glioblastoma grade IV. She is 74 years old. I have left my home in TN. to care for my Mom. I have gotten a lot of info from the onset but have been un-successful in obtaining information about what to expect. I have also noted that in message forums when others have asked the same question I have never seen an answer. Is there anyone reading this who would be willing to share any information as to what I can expect in the days to come? Presently, Mother is bed fast. In the past 3 days her speech has become greatly affected. Today, I have struggled with being able to understand her at all. She had her first seizures last weekend. So far I am seeing much of what I have read as far as her condition goes. Please, would anyone share with me what I might experience with Mother at this point.We have exhausted our resources as far as her getting better. She is very tired of all of this.My sister and I are offering 24 hour care between the two of us and we wouldn't have it any other way. Hospice is also helping us. Again, what might we expect as far as physical happenings and how will this progress. Thank's so much.

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