Hi,
I’m not sure where to even start with this. I found out mum has liver cancer that has progressed to advanced cancer in her stomach and back. We’ve been told she has worst case 6 months, best case 9 maybe even a year but that’s it.
I don’t even know how to begin to even process this or how to be strong enough for mum as we’re so close. How have people managed to process this, has anything in particular helped? I feel like I’m an emotional wreck and don’t want to upset mum or make her feel worse.
Thanks so much x
Hi , I'm the same, my mum has been diagnosed in Dec incurable lung cancer, it's been devastating.
Please look after yourself as well - I know how difficult it is your emotions are all over the place like mine. Its a letting go & realising we can't control any of this that's the worst feeling & fear of what's coming next.
Like you I'm incredibly close to my mum & can't imagine life without her. I found talking to GP about care plan & what my mum wishes to happen as well helped.
Take care of yourself
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