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I can relate to your trouble with Bipolar. My younger son (22 yrs of age) was just diagnosed with Bipolar. He has struggled with depression for many years and they have finally diagnosed him with such. Unfortunately, I live in fear each and every day of him taking his life. His best friend (when he was 16) put a gun to his head and took his life. A year later my daughter (20 at the time, younger son then 17) had a co-worker they were good friends with hang herself. So, my younger son sees it can be done and it is my fear, as he can be suicidal, will follow through. Thankfully he is under the best care we could find for him and is now on a good path, although I know that can change. ALL my thoughts are with you., I can't imagine how you must feel and struggle but please, remain strong and know your life is precious. At times we think we are not needed but everyone has a purpose in this world and everyone is special in their own right.
I am anxiously awaiting my flight to see my mother on 9/12. I know the time is coming quickly for her and I know time heals all, just as it did with my father almost 17 years ago now. But, I must say, as my mother's only daughter, well, it is going to hurt tremendously but I will stay strong and have a wonderful family to help me through this.
Thanks for your words and you, although I have never met you, will be in my thoughts.
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Now, with all the other issues, her legs are blown up with fluid (edema) as well as her feet. She cannot even wear a sock. She is also "weeping" fluid from her legs and feet.
She was no Namenda but was taken off as they felt it would not do her any good to continue. Two weeks ago Hospice put her on oxycodone for back pain.
I live in NY and fly down to see her two times a month and I am scared. She is now under the care of Hospice which is wonderful. Has anyone every gone through a similar type of issue with a loved one? She does know who I am but says nothing and will only answer with a nod of her head, yes or no.
Please, any words of encouragement or even if they are not so encouraging will be appreciated.
Thanks,
Karen in New York
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