Question re CLL, LDN and Tumours

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Background: My father (82) has had CLL for about 12 yrs. Started with

minor problems about 3 yrs ago but steady escalating. By January 2009

his white cell count was over 400. In Aug 2008 came down with pneumonia,

had 2nd bout in Sep. Since then his health has rapidly declined. Has

been vegetarian since late teens. Obtained LDN for him in July 2008 and

has been taking ever since. Been trying anti-oxidants, juicing, Has had

to have blood transfusion (May 5th). Will not accept chemo. Very health

conscious. Until his pneumonia in Aug 2008 was going to gym 3-4 times a

week and could walk a LOT. Since then has not regained his strength. Has

been using " black salve " for about 4 months, seems to have reduced some

of his tumours, but not all.

Current Status: Has no energy or strength, especially in legs. Has

about 2 dozen tumours (neck, under arms, groin and abdomen). The ones in

his abdomen are causing him much trouble, they press on other organs and

cause him much discomfort and pain as a result, although the tumours

themselves don't give him pain. He has 3 in particular which are quite

large. Sleeps a lot. Has terrible mood swings. He is eating well and

drinking plenty of fluids. Has water retention in his lower legs/feet.

With everything I've been trying on him, I've managed to bring down his

white cell count to about 250 so far. However, his hemoglobin levels are

very low, although they have improved since the blood transfusion. Had

had x-rays and ultrasound that show nothing unusual. His lungs are clear

although there is a comment that there seems to be some linear scarring

in the right lung base. Just had his heart checked this week and

cardiologist sees no problems. His oxygen levels have been at 95% or

above.

Questions:

1. Have any of you had any success in getting rid of these tumours or

reducing their size? Would appreciate your input and comments on this.

Would like to reduce the tumours in his abdomen especially.

2. Do any of you have any suggestions for gaining energy/strength,

especially in the legs?

3. Have any of you had any success in bringing up hemoglobin levels?

4. Have any of you had any success in getting rid of water retention?

I realize at 82 it may be difficult to treat, but until last August, he

was in great condition. He looked and acted 20 yrs younger and my mother

(81) is the same. They both live with me, I'm their only child. Would

like to ensure they have a good quality of life in their waning years.

I would appreciate whatever input, comments, advice, etc. any of you who

have gone, or know someone who has gone through these problems.

Thanks in advance for your time.

Vera