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DH and night sweats

18 years ago

DH has this great quality of not going into a panic unless he's sure there's a reason to panic. Me? I'm not one to panic, but I have been known to over think things.

DH has been having night sweats to the point where our entire bedding is soaked. He keeps towels next to the bed so he can lay them on top of the covers and sleep on something dry for the second half of the night. (With two kids, we don't need another reason to be night to change sheets)

I finally convinced him to go to the doctor, and worked with his school schedule enough to get him in. And boy am I glad we did. Apparently, this isn't normal :) They are doing a full workup on DH. We know the typical (or differential) diagnosis is TB or HIV. We're pretty sure DH doesn't have either of these. But given that he's lost 30 pounds recently, cancer is on the list. I was okay at first because I it was just another thing on the list. But now that I think about it even more, it's the one that makes the most sense. And that makes me worried, and not in a clear-thinking sort of way. It's not so much "DH has cancer", but more of a "He's almost done with school. What will this do to his schedule? Should I continue on my career path with a new job opportunity?" type of thinking.

I'm not overly worried yet, but there are lots of tests to be done in the next few days. If you could say a little prayer, I'd appreciate it.

Thanks,

Audrey

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phyllis__mn
18 years ago
I will definitely keep him on my list....hopefully it will prove to be nothing too serious.

Phyllis
lydia1959
18 years ago
Will put him in my thoughts!!

Addison's disease could cause weight loss and night sweats. That is easily controlled with meds.
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ont_gal
18 years ago
Heres hoping Audrey that they get to the bottom of all of this quickly,for his and you sakes!
margad
18 years ago
Saying many prayers for both of you.
Happy_Go_Lucky_Gayle
18 years ago
Goodness! I hope they find out soon what the problem is. I will be keep positive thoughts and prayers for him.

Gayle
nodakgal
18 years ago
Many prayers heading your way Audrey!
des_arc_ya_ya
18 years ago
Yes, good thoughts coming his way. Hope it's something that can be contolled with medication, etc.
sandy_in_ia
18 years ago
Saying prayers for both of you.
grittymitts
18 years ago
I said a prayer for y'all before typing this & will offer up many more. Bless all of you, Audrey!
(((((((((((((((Audrey & Family))))))))))))))

Suzi
kim_okla
18 years ago
Here's hoping it's nothing serious.
tami_ohio
18 years ago
Prayers coming your way from Ohio.

Tami
imabest
18 years ago
you are in my thoughts and prayers hugs imabest
patti43
18 years ago
Prayers for your family, Audrey--try to stay positive.
country_bumpkin_al
18 years ago
Sending Prayers that way! I hope it's nothing as serious as cancer and something that can be easily fixed!
rosemaryt
18 years ago
Hi Audrey;

I was just thinking about you today and sending you and yours good thoughts and prayers.

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alisande
18 years ago
Hoping for an excellent outcome.
bestlawn
18 years ago
Special thoughts your fears are unfounded. Try not to worry though I now that's very difficult.
donna_loomis
18 years ago
Both the weight loss and the night sweats can be symptoms for many, many things. Those were the main symptoms Mom experienced before being diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma. Totally treatable. Best thoughts for a good outcome for your DH.
deemarie5500
18 years ago
Hoping that you get positive answers and that he's feeling better soon.

Dee

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