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Flippyfloppy

JP Liz V1 wrote: »

And Eoghan's too maybe?

Ooooooh maybe!


Here we go again

BuilderPlumber

Baffled with this Dermot story tbh .. he goes from a fainting situation to a serious liver condition to a terminal liver condition in a few days despite there being no evidence of any major symptoms for such an advanced condition in the weeks beforehand. I can understand that Dermot is being written out and has little storylines left in him now Jo is gone but surely they could have done one with him getting frustrated with clients, Jo, lack of money, Ben going back to America possibly with Zoe too and then Dermot killing himself or striking out at someone in frustration (Paul most likely!) and tripping and killing himself? From what I can see, Dermot has no signs of advanced cirrhosis let alone liver cancer. Dermot killing himself or accidentally dying in a fit of frustration would be more in keeping with what we have seen (furstrated, narky, depressed Dermot).

JP Liz V1

Has the actor who plays Dermot been let go?

The Talking Bread

BuilderPlumber wrote: »

Baffled with this Dermot story tbh .. he goes from a fainting situation to a serious liver condition to a terminal liver condition in a few days despite there being no evidence of any major symptoms for such an advanced condition in the weeks beforehand. I can understand that Dermot is being written out and has little storylines left in him now Jo is gone but surely they could have done one with him getting frustrated with clients, Jo, lack of money, Ben going back to America possibly with Zoe too and then Dermot killing himself or striking out at someone in frustration (Paul most likely!) and tripping and killing himself? From what I can see, Dermot has no signs of advanced cirrhosis let alone liver cancer. Dermot killing himself or accidentally dying in a fit of frustration would be more in keeping with what we have seen (furstrated, narky, depressed Dermot).

Jesus, you are dark!

BuilderPlumber

JP Liz V1 wrote: »

Has the actor who plays Dermot been let go?

I presume so with a diagnosis like that but have not heard he is let go. It could be one of those misdiagnosis storylines too and that would make more sense! There is just no way Dermot could have what he has so advanced and not have known.

sligojoek

BuilderPlumber wrote: »

Baffled with this Dermot story tbh .. he goes from a fainting situation to a serious liver condition to a terminal liver condition in a few days despite there being no evidence of any major symptoms for such an advanced condition in the weeks beforehand. I can understand that Dermot is being written out and has little storylines left in him now Jo is gone but surely they could have done one with him getting frustrated with clients, Jo, lack of money, Ben going back to America possibly with Zoe too and then Dermot killing himself or striking out at someone in frustration (Paul most likely!) and tripping and killing himself? From what I can see, Dermot has no signs of advanced cirrhosis let alone liver cancer. Dermot killing himself or accidentally dying in a fit of frustration would be more in keeping with what we have seen (furstrated, narky, depressed Dermot).

He should have just gone to Galway and set up a new practice. Much handier for all concerned.

youwould

I'm confused about Dermot's diagnosis. He needs a liver transplant and has liver cancer? I didn't think that a transplant would automatically get rid of cancer! If it's been like that for years how do they know it hasn't spread?

Fair play to the HSE and that wanker Harris though - things in the Irish health system are looking up! Dermot collapsed last Wednesday and went to see the doctor who said he'd refer him on. Less than a week later he'd got all the results and diagnosis. All without health insurance or a medical card. Give it a couple of weeks and he'll be right as rain.

Does a liver donor have to be alive or is it a case of getting viable organs from recently deceased people? I'm 99% certain that this won't actually happen but wouldn't it be gas if both Eoghan and Carol got tested to be donors to Dermot and somehow that's how they find out they're brother & sister.

Strazdas

youwould wrote: »

I'm confused about Dermot's diagnosis. He needs a liver transplant and has liver cancer? I didn't think that a transplant would automatically get rid of cancer! If it's been like that for years how do they know it hasn't spread?

Fair play to the HSE and that wanker Harris though - things in the Irish health system are looking up! Dermot collapsed last Wednesday and went to see the doctor who said he'd refer him on. Less than a week later he'd got all the results and diagnosis. All without health insurance or a medical card. Give it a couple of weeks and he'll be right as rain.

Does a liver donor have to be alive or is it a case of getting viable organs from recently deceased people? I'm 99% certain that this won't actually happen but wouldn't it be gas if both Eoghan and Carol got tested to be donors to Dermot and somehow that's how they find out they're brother & sister.

The liver donation could only come from a dead person. I'm a bit startled how Dermot could have become so sick so quickly though. The doctor said he had high blood pressure and high cholesterol for years which had been undiagnosed, but I think he would have been aware of the high blood pressure at least : frequent headaches and dizziness / light headedness.

bottlebrush

bottlebrush wrote: »

Considering Dermot doesn't seem to have health insurance, does this mean he goes on a waiting list for chemotherapy, let alone a transplant. Is that how it works or will he get treatment straightaway in the public system?

I don't think you ever go on a waiting list for chemo!

BuilderPlumber

BuilderPlumber wrote: »

Baffled with this Dermot story tbh .. he goes from a fainting situation to a serious liver condition to a terminal liver condition in a few days despite there being no evidence of any major symptoms for such an advanced condition in the weeks beforehand. I can understand that Dermot is being written out and has little storylines left in him now Jo is gone but surely they could have done one with him getting frustrated with clients, Jo, lack of money, Ben going back to America possibly with Zoe too and then Dermot killing himself or striking out at someone in frustration (Paul most likely!) and tripping and killing himself? From what I can see, Dermot has no signs of advanced cirrhosis let alone liver cancer. Dermot killing himself or accidentally dying in a fit of frustration would be more in keeping with what we have seen (furstrated, narky, depressed Dermot).

Ha! Thanks for the early morning laugh ....Dermot "dying in a fit of frustration " .....brilliant

Michael Weston

JP Liz V1 wrote:

Has the actor who plays Dermot been let go?

Keeping him around for the occasional haunting, much like his current role really ! They should kill Ben and give Dermot his liver with a nice glass of chianti, Ben should die choking on a hot dog at a dodgers game.

maurv1

Since when was Dermot so pally with Robbie? I never remember them having much interaction until the last few episodes. Now, Robbie accompanies him to the doctor and is the first to know of his terminal condition.

FFS :rolleyes:

STIG83

Did anyone recognize the doctor that told Dermot the bad news last night?

donkeykong5

STIG83 wrote: »

Did anyone recognize the doctor that told Dermot the bad news last night?

Who was she ?

mloc123

Does Ben own any clothes that do not have a US place printed on it?

For somebody living in Florida he has.. a 'Bronx' and 'LA' cap along with a 'San Fran' tshirt... Pennys must have no Florida based stuff in at the moment.

happyday

Michael Weston wrote: »

Keeping him around for the occasional haunting, much like his current role really ! They should kill Ben and give Dermot his liver with a nice glass of chianti, Ben should die choking on a hot dog at a dodgers game.

Loving your work! Gave me a laugh.

STIG83

donkeykong5 wrote: »

Who was she ?

She was the school teacher in Killnascully.

desbrook

maurv1 wrote: »

Since when was Dermot so pally with Robbie? I never remember them having much interaction until the last few episodes. Now, Robbie accompanies him to the doctor and is the first to know of his terminal condition.

FFS :rolleyes:

Sure Farrah is his lifelong friend now too. Meanwhile Orla is now a stranger! !

Cormdogg

Always number 1 wrote: »

Sorry - I've half an eye on the footie...

Kerri-Ann came in as Mondo's fiancée when he came back from England..

So is she supposed to be English?

donkeykong5

STIG83 wrote: »

donkeykong5 wrote: »

Who was she ?

She was the school teacher in Killnascully.

Cheers.

Wanderer2010

I still doubt they will kill off Dermot. If they didn't have the guts to kill off Delores then they wont do it with Dermot. Soap rule number 1: If there is even a tiny chink of light of hope, then they will survive. The second that doctor said "Your only option is..." I knew he will still be in the soap in 5 years time. On paper, hes a totally redundant character and without Jo he is pointless but that doesn't mean he wont stink up the show for years to come.

I agree with the poster about this weird friendship with Robbie, don't ever recall them exchanging words before and now hes his bestie!

Cormdogg

Strazdas wrote: »

The liver donation could only come from a dead person. I'm a bit startled how Dermot could have become so sick so quickly though. The doctor said he had high blood pressure and high cholesterol for years which had been undiagnosed, but I think he would have been aware of the high blood pressure at least : frequent headaches and dizziness / light headedness.

Just the usual lazy lazy writing

Strazdas

Cormdogg wrote: »

Just the usual lazy lazy writing

It does seem like his serious illness storyline has come out of nowhere. You would have thought he would surely have had a blood test or two and had his blood pressure checked in the last few years.

CollyFlower

Yeah, as said but others on here, the sudden friendship with Robbie is strange and Robbie handing him a wad of money... Wtf

zuutroy

Anyone else noticed that lots of extras are speaking now all of a sudden instead of just gesturing and grunting and walking like some AI computer game character?

The Talking Bread

zuutroy wrote: »

Anyone else noticed that lots of extras are speaking now all of a sudden instead of just gesturing and grunting and walking like some AI computer game character?

well your man isn't an extra.

zuutroy

The Talking Bread wrote: »

well your man isn't an extra.

No I mean randomners in the shops etc.

The Talking Bread

zuutroy wrote: »

No I mean randomners in the shops etc.

haven't really seen many in the shop but sure it beats them staring hallucinogenically at the mineral or biscuit shelf for ten mininutes




On another note where is Smiley Heather. Surely at least a mention is warranted at this stage

Galwayguy35

How ironic Eoin calling someone an "ignorant thick".

The Talking Bread

Christ, that decor in Ram's Bordello Hotel