Hi everyone. Mum mum has just been diagnosed with stomach cancer . It’s 2/3 blocking the opening to small intestine . We are getting a phone call on Thursday with results of biopsies but reading between the lines I’m not sure there is much that can be done . She has seemingly had it for a while . I’m glad I have joined this forum as when my dad had leukaemia I didn’t and I think it would have benefited us x
Hi Bryce033 and welcome to the Online Community, a Community that no one ever really plans to see themselves joining, and so sorry to hear about your mum's diagnosis.
As you have experienced already a cancer diagnosis brings a lot of confusion, stress and many questions but talking with other people who are on the same type of journey helps a lot.
I had a totally different type of cancer (although I had a blood cancer) but the Community has various support groups and I see you have joined our Stomach cancer group, this is the place where you will connect with others walking the treatment journey both as a patient or family.
Follow the above link then you can introduce yourself, post questions or just join in with existing discussions by clicking on 'reply'.
You may also find our Carers only and Family and friends groups a great benefit as you will connect with others supporting family through their cancer journey.
Its always good to talk and the Macmillan Support Services provides lots of information, support or just a listing ear.
The service is open every day 8am to 8pm and it's free to call on 0808 808 00 00 have a look by Clicking here for more information.
You can also email them, use the online chat and we also have our Ask an Expert section, but do allow two working days for replies from our expert team.
Our Online Information and Support Section is a good place to find information covering diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers.
All the very best.
