Mum's bowel cancer

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My mum went to see her consultant on Friday.. we now know its not spread to any major parts.. but we have been told they won't give her chemotherapy. They said if she wanted the operation, they would try but have told us there's a big percentage on her needing to go In a care home after has she will need care and even if she can come home she  will need care!! She might not make it through the operation.. they said its either a grade 2 or 3 but can't tell if it's spread to the glands outside the bowel. They only can tell that if they operate.. we've decided to make the most of the time we have with her. They can't give us a definite time but said it could be upto 12 months.. the macmillan nurses are coming into meet her so they can get to know her before she needs them.. hope everyone else is OK x

  • Hi 

    Sending you lots of love . I hope you get some really special times with your mum and surround her with your love . 
    Great idea to get the introductions done and establish some relationships.

    We are still here for you both to support you through the coming months .

    Take care ,

    Court 

    Helpline Number 0808 808 0000

  • Hi court thank you for getting to me I really appreciate it.  Yes definitely will make memories and lots of love given.. Heart I agree and told my mum to get to know them early.  Hope you are going on ok xx

  • Hi 

    I think your mum is in very special hands . You clearly love her very much . 
    My dad has ongoing issues now so awaiting further investigations , not sure what it is yet but deep down we know he would not be able to tolerate much . We shall see .

    One day at a time .

    Court 

    Helpline Number 0808 808 0000

  • Good luck with your dad.. I will keep you in my prayers.  Yes I do, mum is all I have now and the thought of her not being here is so hard but I'm being strong for her.. xx

  • Much appreciated  that’s very thoughtful of you in the circumstances.

    Court 

    Helpline Number 0808 808 0000