Bladder cancer

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My dad was diagnosed with bladder cancer in jan.had radiotherapy which was successful for a few months..after having to fight with the oncologist for a ct scan as I noticed changes in him we have just found out it has spread to the other kidney lymph nodes and chest..he has took the news amazingly however I am really struggling 

  • Hi Magm, really sorry to hear about your dad's spread. It is really tough when someone you love gets ill. I think it may be harder for our families than for us the patients. You don't say your dad's age, but I know when I turned 70 I felt that every extra year would be a bonus. I knew I had enjoyed my life, raised a wonderful daughter and had no regrets. With a cancer diagnosis  I learned to live one day at a time and not to waste too much time feeling fearful. I hope your dad will get lots of support from his nursing team, maybe there will be other treatments which can slow the progression. Sending you love  Hx

  • thankyou herothedog he is 76 and today he said he just realised how serious this is..he sais he knows he looks unwell where he hadnt noticed before such a shame..his gp is amazing but i feel he would benefit from chatting to an expert so ile have a chat over the next few days with him about it xx