by devon 10 Oct 2011

My sister is in need of prayers. She found out that she has Burger’s disease. It is a rare disease of the arteries and veins in the arms and legs. We don’t know how far it has gone.


Virtually everyone diagnosed with Buerger's disease smokes cigarettes or uses other forms of tobacco, such as chewing tobacco. Quitting all forms of tobacco is the only way to stop Buerger's disease. For those who don't quit, amputation of all or part of a limb may be necessary.

I am getting of work to go with her to find out what they are going to do tomorrow. I hope to give you an update when I get home.

Thanks for everything. DeVon

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by lidiad 11 Oct 2011

So sorry about your sister. Prayers and hugs to both of you!!!!!

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by airyfairy 11 Oct 2011

Dear DeVon - I am so terribly sorry to see this post from you. Both you and your sister are in my thoughts. Please keep us informed. Hugs Sarah.

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by hightechgrammy 11 Oct 2011

Oh My, DeVon, I will pray for her, and for you too. Much love, Jan

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by gandu 11 Oct 2011

She will be in my prayer.
love Brenda

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by marcellelewis 10 Oct 2011

DeVon,

I hope your sister gets better very soon. Cuties thoughts & prayers are with you both as your family deals with this crisis.

For all Cuties, this is just another example of serious disease caused by smoking. Heart disease, artery disease, aneurysm, kidney disease and cancer of various types. I am so thankful I never even tried it.

Cuties stay healthy!!

Marcelle

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by jacquipaul 10 Oct 2011

My prayers are with you both DeVon. Get some sleep so you can be fresh in the morning to be a supportive shoulder for her to lean on.
Hugs,
Jacqueline

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by katydid 10 Oct 2011

So sorry. I will certainly pray for her. Kay

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by babie 10 Oct 2011

I am so sorry to read this. I will pray for you and her.

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by noah 10 Oct 2011

thats terrible i don't smoke never did but i feel bad for her will pray she quits now!!!carolyn

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by capoodle 10 Oct 2011

With the diagnosis made a course of treatment is the next step. Since smoking causes the problem does that mean she will have to stay away from second hand smoke? Also, for you is this something that is inherited.

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by obaachan 10 Oct 2011

Sorry to hear this DeVon, I will keep you and your sister in my thoughts.
Jo

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devon by devon 10 Oct 2011

thanks

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by patsy28 10 Oct 2011

Praying for relief and recovery for your sister! Sorry to hear such a terrible thing is happening to someone you love.

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devon by devon 10 Oct 2011

thanks

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by pennifold 10 Oct 2011

Hi DeVon, just looked up Buerger's Disease on the inernet. So sorry about your sister and I pray that she will find some relief from the pain. I'll certainly keep her in my prayers. Love Chris

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devon by devon 10 Oct 2011

Thanks I am having some of the problems that she has, but I don't use tobacco in many fourm. DeVon

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by gramsbear 10 Oct 2011

I am sooo sorry to hear this news. You and your family are in my Prayers. Hugs & Blessings, Judy

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devon by devon 10 Oct 2011

Thanks and I will take that hug. DeVon

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by castelyn 10 Oct 2011

Hi DeVon, So sorry to hear your news about your sister. You and your family are in my prayers. Hugs Yvonne

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devon by devon 10 Oct 2011

Thanks

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by mysew1325 10 Oct 2011

I am so sorry to hear this.. another problem with tobacco..

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devon by devon 10 Oct 2011

I wish she would stop!! Thanks DeVon

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by basketkase 10 Oct 2011

Oh, DeVon, I will keep your sister in my prayers for sure.....hugs to you & her.....Vicki

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devon by devon 10 Oct 2011

Thanks my life is upside down right now. DeVon

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