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I talked to my daughter's mother in law last nite and got a request for help. Her husband Al had a mechanical valve installed in the aortic position about four years ago. While in surgery, they discovered a tumor. They went back in a week later and removed it, and then Al underwent radiation therapy but not chemo. About four months ago, they discovered that cancer had returned and started chemotherapy. Al developed interstitial pneumonitis about three weeks ago and was hospitalized. For the last two weeks he has been in intensive care on a ventilator because the act of breathing was taking every ounce of energy he had. When I talked to his wife Judy last night she requested prayers for recovery and also any information about support groups/forums for people using assisted breathing, and those who had undergone a tracheotomy. So far my searches have been unproductive - your help and prayers would be very much appreciated. I'm going to Texas next week to give support and hope everything works out. Thanks - Chris
