Hello.
I’m a 77 year old male. I was diagnosed with OC in June following a Radioscopy which found a tumour approx 4mm at the end nearest the stomach. I was told and understand that I would not survive an operation (I also suffer with Parkinson’s Disease and it’s associated problems). I opted for a short 5day course of Radio Therapy which left some bad after effects. Not sure if I want or will even be allowed Chemo. I initially was given a follow up appointment on 6th Nov and have heard nothing since. I have been placed on Palliative care. Some contact eventually with nurses but have to chase everything up. I obviously experience some problems which I will no discuss on this forum.
Best wishes to all fellow sufferers
Hello Artyman,
Welcome to the OC forum, not a place that any of us really want to be, but it is good place to drop your thoughts and feelings and to be heard by others.
I am sorry to read that you have been diagnosed with OC and that an operation would not be suitable for you, also that the radiotherapy has left some bad after effects.
I am not the person with a diagnosis, my husband is, but he has been having chemo, and in regards to OC I have no experience of the effects of Radiotherapy.
I just wanted to reach out, to let you know we are here, and listening, I do hope you are now under a regular meeting plan with the nurses. The waiting for follow-ups has always been difficult, 3 months seems so long, especially when feeling ill and living with uncertainties.
Stay Strong, and best wishes to you also.
Lowe'
