End of life lung cancer

FormerMember over 4 years ago

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My step dad was diagnosed with lung cancer both lungs and copd in June this year he started immunotherapy had a couple of doses of that and it just didn't agree with him he's now in hospital and the consultant has said that we should prepare ourselves for the worst I honestly don't know how to feel I think I'm in shock to be honest what makes it worse is I'm living in Walsall and he's in hospital in London sorry if my post makes no sense I'm new to this site

KTatHome over 4 years ago

Hello , I am really sorry to hear about your Dad, I am sorry but not surprised that you feel like your in shock. I have sometimes felt that writing things down and reading them back can give a bit more clarity and some strength to gather my thoughts, so I hope this is the case for you. I want to if I may direct you to a group that may help support you through this time. I’ve put in links to the friends and family group, and as you said you were told to prepare yourselves for the worst, the supporting someone with incurable cancer group, have a look to see which feels more comfortable for you.

https://community.macmillan.org.uk/cancer_experiences/being_a_relative_/discussions

https://community.macmillan.org.uk/cancer_experiences/nearing_the_end/discussions

I must admit when I was told I was incurable I felt a bit like spork for a while, no emotions at all, it’s one of the many reactions we could have and each one very normal.

I can not say anything to make things better for you but I can offer a supportive gentle virtual hug.

Best wishes

Take care KT