krwilson's blog: "Prayers Desperately Needed for Kanan"

created on 06/06/2008 | http://fubar.com/prayers-desperately-needed-for-kanan/b221613

posted on 06/06/2008&nbs-07:00;@&nbs-07:00;10:06&nbs-07:00;pm

Prayers Desperately needed for Kanan
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Kanan, (Albert Higginbotham "DREAMCATCHER") is a wonderful friend of mine. On May 13th he posted a bulletin & a blog about his health condition which at times prevents him from getting to all his friends here on Fubar and leaving the profile comments that he so loves to make and share. Here is what he shared at that time... "I'm really sorry I dont comment as much as I was. I'm trying. Everyone that knows me knows I try to get to all my friends everyday. I send out over 1000 comments a day when I can. I even make them myself. Well last week I was a crash test dummy for the Dr. lol. I have end stage liver disease cirrhosis but I'm not letting it get to me. I'm trying, so bear with me. I love all of you and the days I can I'm still gonna get these comments out. Its all I have these days. Thankz all! Kanan" I spoke with Albert earlier today. The past few days he has been feeling very poorly. He asked me to post a bulletin for him to let his friends know that he just can't be on as much as usual right now. He tries to get up and comment when he can, but has spent most of the past few days in bed. He gets so tired sometimes. He has been on a waiting list for a new program which will provide him with a new medication. He has been fighting this disease for the most part of his adult life with many ups & downs. The final complications of cirrhosis include high blood pressure in the portal vein & can lead to hemorrhages in the esophagus and stomach; or the imbalance in blood chemicals from malfunctioning of the liver can affect the brain and cause hepatic coma. Hepatic coma usually starts with drowsiness and confusion and culminates in loss of consciousness. Jaundice may complicate any stage of cirrhosis. Edema—fluid retention in the tissues—and ascites, an accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity that results in abdominal swelling, also are commonly seen. In the advanced stage of the disease, the liver shrinks and the surface usually has a roughened appearance. The normal lobular structure of the liver is lost; there is no longer fat but only poorly functioning residual liver tissue. Please say a prayer tonight for this special friend, even if you don't know him. Please pray that his pain is eased so he can continue to be the kind-hearted Albert we know and care about so much. This disease is real and essentially fatal. Albert said to send all his love to family & friends. Please let's all show Albert as much love as he shares with his us. It is now his turn in the rough road he must travel to know that he has his friends' support. Thank you so much! kanan"DREAMCATCHER"