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My 81-year-old mother suffers from collapsed discs in her back and all she talks about is dying. What can I say to help her get through this?

Asked by LJ  |  Feb 26, 2010

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MsChrys1

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Feb 26, 2010

Its hard to be upbeat when you are in constant pain. My MIL had same problem due to severe degeneration. Has she considered surgery? MIL had quite a bit of improvement post surgery. Perfect no, better yes (although she is not 81). Is she on pain medications?

 
 

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