MiL terminal, depressed and not eating

RStar47 7 days ago

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My MIL was diagnosed with glioblastoma just over 2 months ago, told only months to live. She has gone downhill (can't walk, can't really speak) and is sleeping most of the time (following a week of manic/paranoid behaviour). I know this is all expected as the end nears, but was just wondering if anyone had any tips for how to engage, she has no interest in doing anything, hardly eating and is just so very sad.

I realise this is probably quite normal, but if there are any suggestions of things we can try to lift her mood that would be appreciated (she is currently shooing us away when we try to do anything with her...).

Thanks x

Insanity Kate 7 days ago

Hi there, my husband passed on the 4th August 2024 from kidney cancer. He was diagnosed in March, and gone by August. We got to a stage where he didn’t want to eat, and became very agitated. We just went with it, as it was more distressing for him to be continually cajoled to eat. I wanted to give him as much dignity as possible. When possible, we held hands, expressed our love and asked him to let go. It is incredibly difficult, as our instincts are to nurture and protect. Sending strength and peace to you all. Kate. Xxx

RStar47 6 days ago in reply to Insanity Kate

Hi Kate, thanks for responding and so sorry for your loss! Yes, I am definitely struggling with the 'I can't fix this' problem, I guess we do just have to accept it and go with how she feels x

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