Hi eaglesfan... I responded on your other thread inquiring about your friend's sistuaiton, so thanks for sharing this. I have a dear friend who's Father went through a similar experience. He went in for GB surgery, and was in an out of the hosp for one yr and 3 months. It was one thing after another and he just never came to terms w/it.

He was in his 70's and just gave up. He wouldn't admit it, but he just wanted to be left alone and was tired of being sick.

It was extremely hard on my friend, as the Dr's, familiy and many friends' tried to reassure him that he was getting better, but he just didn't care and his body was working against him instead of w/him b/c of it. Minor things turned into major med problems, b/c of his wanting to just lie in bed.

I truly do believe that someone professional should be called in. Your friend sounds very depressed. I truly feel bad for her and for all of you who care about her. I applaud you for trying to help her. You are a good friend.