Posted 2014-05-28T15:49:18Z

New Diagnosis

Good Morning friends and family,

It has been eight days since dad was admitted to Desert Regional Medical Center with stomach pain and vomiting. We saw several different doctors while dad was there and we were all hoping to have clear answers from them. But, because they did not have the results of the biopsy, they had to watch what they said due to the seriousness of the situation. I am confident, however, that all of us including dad, understood that this was a late stage colon cancer, which had metastasized into the abdomen and was incurable. We had been anxiously awaiting the official diagnosis which came yesterday; here it is, 'Stage 4 Colorectal Mastatic Adenocarcinomas.' Due to a friend of dad's we were able to take this diagnosis and findings of the original doctors to get a second opinion from a surgeon at a neighbouring hospital, 'Eisenhower Medical Center.' The surgeon was clear about his medical opinion based on the evidence presented, so I will be as clear as he was. Due to the fact that the cancer spread to the wall of the abdomen, making it stage 4, this cancer is terminal. He also expressed very clearly what the other doctors had hinted at, chemo, radiation and surgery will only prolong dad's life a short time and he will be seriously sick and in pain the whole time from chemo.

Dad said this brought much needed clarification, confirming for the most part what he already knew. It seems, at this point, that the prognosis in the world of U.S. medicine, in regards to dad's type and stage of cancer, is overwhelmingly the same. With that being said, we are seeking a third opinion at one of the larger Medical Centers like UCI and UCLA. We are praying that we will get into one of these places by the end of this week.

As doors begin to close on effective treatment in the U.S. we are looking at alternative treatments, that is, any other cancer treatment than chemo, x-ray radiation and evasive surgery. Germany is by far the most advance country in alternative cancer treatment. They combine a strict diet that starves the tumour and builds the body’s immune system to fight back, with the most modern and effective treatments like Hyperthermia, mistletoe and vitamin C injections as well as many more. The crazy thing is, none of the treatments have the negative side effects as Chemo and radiation, but leave the patients feeling better not worse. Our brother in law, Mike Roush's mother travelled to Germany and was treated effectively there. President Reagan, movie stars and many other high profile people from all over the world have left the U.S. and their home countries to be treated in Germany. So as The Lord begins to close doors here in the U.S. we fully expect doors to open in the world of alternative cancer treatment.

As for dad, he looks good. He is walking at the track every morning with mom, eating a seriously regimented cancer diet that has him looking much better physically. Spiritually only dad knows for sure, but we all know dad is who he is because of his faith in God and his relationship with Jesus. His faith is growing and his desire to be used by God and help others is stronger than ever. Dad was talking to me and Cris Ann about how he is being lead to help the poor, tithing and donating money from any insurance money they receive. This may look like foolishness to the world, someone may say 'how can you give when your need!?' But those with the eyes of faith see something beautiful going on, a child of God who is truly and completely placing his trust and hope in his Father who reigns over all.

Continued prayer for divine wisdom in our decision making, Peace for the family, especially mom and doors to be opened for effective treatment.

We all thank you for your support and coming along side to bear this burden.

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