Supporting someone

FormerMember
FormerMember
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My dad (72) has been diagnosed and he seems so unwell. 

He is going to have some radiotherapy from 15th sept and then start chemo a few weeks later. 

He has had to have blood transfusions as he is severely anemic and its hurting me to see him this way.

Is there anyone else who has a close family member with same who I could chat to?

I am so grateful to be able to connect via this group.

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember in reply to FormerMember

    She’s not too bad thank you , she has been offered immunotherapy so need to think about that. How is your dad? 

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember in reply to FormerMember

    Dad is exhausted after the 5 sessions of radiotherapy.  Just hope it does what it's meant to do.

    I don't know much about immunotherapy. 

  • Hello

    My father (my best mate) is 74 and diagnosed with oesophageal  cancer two weeks ago. Although he was in hospital for a few weeks before as he was unable to eat. 

    He starts his treatment (chemo and immunotherapy) at Royal Marsden on Weds. They say it’s incurable but manageable if he responds well. 

    I’m just trying to keep his spirits up. He loved food but now can barely keep a cup a soup down. Although I’m nervous for him to start treatment I’m holding on to all hopes that this will improve his quality of life. 

    im sending you and your dad lots of love and strength in your journey! 

    Lisa xx 

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember in reply to LisaH1984

    Hi lisa

    Sorry to hear your dad is so poorly too. I'm sensing there are quite a few new diagnoses at the moment.

    Keep your spirits up x