Bryan Young is back in the hospital.....

[alantani]

stage IV pancreatic cancer pretty much says it all.  he's been strong for his friends and family, but he can't take much more.  the struggle and the pain have been overwhelming.  i know he would not mind me sharing all this, but i will skip the details.  at this point, the details don't matter anyway.  there is a moderately risky surgical procedure that could drain the massive amounts of fluid from his abdomen and reduce the pain.  he is now in the ER, hoping that his surgeons will be willing.  he probably has enough pain medication in him right now to knock out a horse.  i've been sidelined with covid, so i've been keeping in touch by phone.  lee and mary putman came down from oregon to see him wednesday and were able to help last night.  they leave for home today.  no one in the house has had a decent night's sleep in weeks.  his wife, kehli, has carried the greatest load for his care.  she's exhausted.  the kids are dealing with this as well as they can, but they still have school. 

i shouldn't speak for bryan, but i will anyway.  he would tell you to say a prayer, and then go fishing.  enjoy life, family and friends.  it's not time yet for that last cast, but it's getting close. 

[Bill B]

Additional prayers sent.  Bill

[Gfish]

Pancreatic cancer. I have been afraid this was coming. You said it Bill. Thanks Allen.

[Crab Pot]

I hope the doctors can relieve Bryon from his pain.

Cancer Sucks.

Thanks for the update Alan,

Steve

[alantani]

'bout damned time.  they are finally going to tap his abdomen and drain off some of that fluid.  that will hopefully relieve some of the pain.  they were supposed to do this weeks ago.   

[Keta]

They drained his abdomen this morning and he is on the way home now.  We might stay one more night depending on if they need us.

[alantani]

do yo know if he is feeling any better?

[1badf350]

We're all pulling for you Bryan. Stay strong friend!

[Keta]

Bryan is home now, he looks and feels a bit better and he is getting some much needed sleep.

Keli convinced Mary to spend one more night with them, get some sleep and make the long drive home tomorrow.

[Crab Pot]

Your a good man Lee.

[the rockfish ninja]

Just heart wrenching , my prayers to him & his family.

I lost someone to that same exact cancer, it's just devastating. I hope his doctors can make him comfortable in any way while he is still here.

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[Brewcrafter]

Lee - So awesome that you and Mary are there to support - knkow that it is a long drive down.  Glad that Bryan is back home and is more comfortable - hoping for the the best. - john

[Vintage Offshore Tackle]

All of our prayers for Bryan and his family.  He is an inspiration for me, and has shown me the way to handle the worst hand that life can deal.  I am sure that he thanks God every day for his wonderful wife and children and true friends like Alan and Lee.

[Hardy Boy]

God speed. All the best to everyone involved. I wish I could have fish with Bryan. Take care.

Todd

[Keta]

After draining and a nap Bryan is doing better.