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Before few minutes i ask about my mother that she lost her senses, doctor says her brain is dead. now what to do? it's very difficult to see her lying

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

End of Life: I am very sorry to hear this, but i assume that your mother has had a life ending event. It sounds like she is in the right place and that she has doctors providing her care and advising you of the situation.

Answered 9/16/2013

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