I've just been diagnosed with rectal cancer. I've seen a surgeon and am now waiting to see an oncologist to discuss pre surgery treatment. I'm 70 and have long standing problems with my sense of balance and vertigo and also fatigue. I don't know how I would be able to cope with chemo or radiotherapy and am very worried about my balance becoming so bad I would lose my ability to go out. I will discuss this with the oncologist. How sympathetic are they likely to be in understanding my fears?
