Dad has rectal cancer and treatment hasnt worked.

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Hello, my dad got diagnosed with rectal cancer in october and had undergone chemo and radiotherapy but today we found out the tumour has only shrunk a little and now his lymnoids are red and inflamed and has to have more scans to determine the next steps. 
I have been quite strong through all of.this but today has really hit me as I feel so emotional and that is it hes going to die!. I really dont know what to do. Do I go talk to my dad? Or will it upset him.
  • Hi and welcome to the online community

    I'm very sorry to hear that your dad has recently been diagnosed with rectal cancer. It's always a stressful time for everyone involved when more scans need to be done to determine the best course of action.

    It's natural that you're upset and not sure what to do. Can I recommend that you join the family and friends group which is a safe and supportive place to discuss your worries with others who will understand how you feel.

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