hi
my dad 54 years old and been told he’s got lung cancer when into hospital a few weeks ago with fluid round his heart had the fluid drained around his heart had a ct scan or a mri scan then to be told he’s got lung cancer on Friday he had another drain because he’s got fluid in his lungs he’s had the powered in and the drain as been removed today but I’m very worried because it’s still leaking fluid from where the drain was put in and it’s quite a lot he’s had to bed changes in hospital and he’s as swelling of his leg and feet can barely walk bless him I feel so hopeless at this time we are still waiting for the results to all come back I’ve been reading on google and I’ve been reading not very nice things can anyone give me something positive because it’s a tuff time and can feel very lonely my dad doesn’t have a partner so I’m with him every step of the way.
Hi and welcome to the Online Community. I am so sorry to read about your dad’s diagnosis but I do hope you will find the support available in the community helpful at this difficult and challenging time.
First try and stay away from random Google searches - it truly is not helpful. The best thing you can do is talk with others who are walking the exact same type of cancer support path (my one is completely different) will help you navigate this unwanted journey.
The New to Community is like the Community Reception area and as there are many cancer types and experiences so likewise the Community has many dedicated support groups and I do see you have joined our Lung Cancer group as this will be a good place for you to connect with other folks who may be on the same cancer support pathway.
Navigating the community will depend on the device you are using. To go to the group just click on the green link above then introduce yourself by putting up a post by clicking on ‘New Thread’ or ‘New here, say hello’ then hit the box with the X on the top right (phones).
You could just copy and paste the text from this your first post and you can also join in with existing ‘Discussions’ by clicking on 'reply'.
When it comes to the practical challenges of supporting someone you may benefit from talking with others caring for family and friends so can I recommend that you join our supportive Family and friends and Carers only groups where you will connect with others supporting family and friends
It’s always good to talk so do call the Macmillan Support Services on 0808 808 00 00 - most services are open 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week Clicking here to see what is available. This service provides lots of cancer information, emotional support, benefit and financial guidance or just a listening ear.
To find information covering diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers check our Online Information and Support Section.
All the very best.
