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Old Tue May 1, 2012, 05:17 PM
lindajo lindajo is offline
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Smile Dear Beth

You sound so overwhelmed. I know how sick ET. is but that doesn't mean he can't have some of the responsibility of making appointments and doing research.

It may be a very positive thing for him to do. It will help him take control of part of his life. In the beginning, after diagnosis, it is very easy for a patient to feel they have no control over anything anymore. Fatigue and shock make it easy to turn over all daily responsibilities to spouses and caregivers.

It is important however that a patient take back responsibilities for some things. It gives them a sense of self worth and purpose. It might also enable you to take a short nap. It is important for you to take time to care for yourself also. You can't be of help to him if you let yourself get rundown.

They have great options for dealing with all of the stress at Cleveland Clinic. Take advantage of all that you can. I will pray for you.
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