Hi my mam was diagnosed with bowel cancer with a large tumour in her large bowel and a small growth in her small bowel at the beginning of December - she ended up in hospital after falling and they found the cancer as her system was all blocked up because of the growth in the small intestine.. After some weeks in hospital and mam taking the decision not to have an operation with very strong medical advice that this would be more risky for her than the cancer she is back home. We have got support for her mobility issues but need to chase up GP surgery for support with the cancer. Not sure what sort of support is available so would be good to know what others are getting and who from. Mam enjoys her food but we have been keeping to the same soft food that she could eat in hospital - mash, soup and porridge. Any ideas on what we could vary this with - whilst avoiding her getting blocked up again?
Hi
Welcome to the forum but I am sorry to hear about your mum . I have included a link by Macmillan on who to expect to visit or be involved as part of the palliative care team .
Our helpline staff would be able to talk this through with you also
0808 808 0000.
We have a forum for carers in your situation so that may also be of some help to you .
I would ask your GP for a referral to a dietician as they are great at expanding the food choices without compromising the bowel function and it does appear to be a tricky combination .
How are you coping ?
Take care ,
Court
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The holiday care can be a total nightmare. You did very well handling that !
Court
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