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Shrutika

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I recently lost my grandma to cancer at the age of 84. She had lymphoma and fought valiantly against cancer twice before, in 2013 and 2014. Despite her strength and resilience, she succumbed to the disease in 2023. Even at 75-76 years old, she battled cancer and emerged stronger each time. She also took Ayurvedic medicine from Shimoga, which seemed to help her during her earlier battles. However, due to her advanced age, we couldn't pursue aggressive treatments like radiation or chemotherapy this time around. Watching her suffer daily was heart-wrenching, yet she never lost her smile. Her strength and positivity were truly inspiring. It makes me wonder, isn't there a better option for elderly patients or those in the advanced stages of cancer? I wish there were more alternatives that could provide relief and hope for people like her. Please suggest any better alternative

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Anonymous 4

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There's ongoing research into less invasive cancer treatments that might be more suitable for elderly patients. Things like targeted therapies and nanoparticle drug delivery systems show promise, but they're still in development.

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Anonymous 3

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This is a tough situation that many families face. While we always want to do everything possible, sometimes the kindest option is to focus on comfort and quality of life rather than extending life at all costs. It's a very personal decision.

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Anonymous 2

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I'm so sorry for your loss. Your grandma sounds like an incredibly strong woman. Unfortunately, treatment options for elderly patients are often limited due to the toll they can take on the body. Some emerging therapies like immunotherapy might be gentler alternatives in the future, but more research is needed.

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Anonymous 1

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Hey shrutika, this is a very difficult situation, I understand, as my grandfather, in his last few months had a fever and was misdiagnosed for TB, which led him to so much suffering. For him, thankfully my mother, and my parents in general were really kind, as he didn’t stay in the city (my grandfather) so he was basically with us. Taken care of by my mom. But even I wonder what about those elderly people who dont have anyone else to take care of? It can be a good starting point to brainstorm and get a viable solution.

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