Hi. Just signed up today. I dont know if my mum has cancer but fear she has. She is 65 and has had raised liver enzymes (×10) since November, and so far has had an ultra sound scan which showed prominent bile ducts, a gastroscopy which showed gastritis and we are awaiting the results of her CT and seeing consultant on Tuesday. She's not eating very much, is being sick a couple of times a day and has lost just over 2 stone now. She's suffering from upper abdo pain particularly after trying to eat a small amount. She is so weak, and think she should be in hospital. (An added complication is she's also in heart failure). This past 6 days waiting for her appointment following the scan being reported has felt like 6 years. Whilst I am scared, as my mum is my best friend I just want to know. I am hoping for the best but fearing its the worst. X
Hi and welcome to the Online Community, although I am sorry to see you finding us and so sorry to hear about your mum
A suspected cancer diagnosis can bring a lot of stress, confusion and many questions on all the family but talking with people who are on the same journey can help a lot.
Can I first direct you to these links to our very supportive Liver cancer and Bile duct cancer groups as this will open up your concerns to a wider audience who know exactly what you are going through at the moment.
Just follow the link I have created then hit the ‘Join This Group’ tab just under the main group name, then go to the 'Start a Discussion' tab and set up your very own Discussion and introduce yourself to the group and ask your questions.
You may also find our Carers Only and Friends and Family groups to be good places where you can connect with others supporting family through their cancer journey but more importantly the carers care for each other.
You may find our various Macmillan Support Line Services to be helpful - call them on 0808 808 00 00 This free service covers Emotional Support, Practical Information. Clinical Information, Financial Support and Work Guidance mostly open 8.00 to 8.00 but check the link.
We also have our ‘Ask an Expert’. section where you can post questions to our mostly Volunteer Experts but please allow 2 working days to get a reply.
Our Online Information and Support Section is a good place to find information covering cancer diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers.
All the very best.
Hi and a warm welcome to you as well.
Cancer in the family brings numerous challenges across the family and it can be very stressful having to deal with all the parts of this journey.
Do connect in with the groups I highlighted in my post above as talking with others in the same boat does help a lot.
((hugs)) from a distance.
Thanks Lola I will do that - keep well.
