floridafam, I sort of agree with you. In his shoes, I'd be tempted to forgo the chemo. He wants to try the chemo, so I respect his wishes. They couldn't say how miserable he'd be on the chemo, but they did tell him that if his quality of life suffers, he can quit at any time. I think that is the plan.
Don't feel bad sharing stories that are sad or not a positive outcome. It helps to know that others have been here. I wondered if since he was yellow, that meant his liver was shutting down. It made me think that he might have much less time than they had guessed. I'm hoping after the colostomy he'll feel a bit better. Right now he feels pretty sick. He can't eat. Eating makes him have nausea. I'm wondering if that is because the tumor is causing a blockage? If they bypass it, do you think he'll feel a little better?
Tonight the family is all together. They take him to the hospital at 6:00 in the morning. Thanks again for all your prayers.