My mum was diagnosed with Lung cancer early November, pains in her back that doctors thought was Arthritis, a CT scan picked up a very big mass that also had spread to her liver and bone.
She is doing amazing and so positive.
Over the recent weeks she's lost more weight and her muscles are disappearing. This is very hard and sad to watch as her body is getting smaller and more fragile. Some days I feel I can accept it and other days I'm a complete mess and feel so lost (is this normal)
Hi tillie,
im so sorry to hear your news. I can’t help in anyway, but I feel exactly the same. My father has just been told he has incurable cancer (68). He is also losing weight and muscle despite our best efforts to keep the weight on. Some days feel easier than others but it’s an absolute roller coaster that you just want to get off. I think it’s feeling very emotion possible on a daily basis. It’s doesn’t help with the time of year. It’s important to try look after you as best as you can. I call the macmillian nurses when desperate. They are a great help. Once again I’m so sorry x
Hi Louise8321
I'm sorry to hear your news too, it's very difficult isn't it especially as it's a parent. Sometimes just knowing your not alone can help I think.
I'm very grateful we got our last Christmas with my mum but somehow it makes it extra emotional.
I agree a rollercoaster.
Sending hugs xx
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