Hi I wonder if anyone can advise why mum has blood tests to check liver function she had 3/4 of her bowel removed 18 months ago but no chemotherapy. It is now in her liver and can't have or should I say doesn't want chemotherapy etc just wants to carry on while she can they said approximately 6 to 8 months to live, she is ok at present still pottering about. Why does she have to keep having blood tests what are they looking for?
I dont have any answers to your question, other than to say that your mum has the right to refuse any medical intervention if she wants to, whether that is chemotherapy or blood tests. It would be best to ask the doctors, or a specialist nurse if she has one, what the purpose of the tests are. Must be hard for you and her to be in this situation.
Thank you for your reply. Yes very difficult. I know that it is mums choice and that is fine, but difficult to
Jackie
Whatever cancer throws your way, we’re right there with you.
We’re here to provide physical, financial and emotional support.
© Macmillan Cancer Support 2024 © Macmillan Cancer Support, registered charity in England and Wales (261017), Scotland (SC039907) and the Isle of Man (604). Also operating in Northern Ireland. A company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales company number 2400969. Isle of Man company number 4694F. Registered office: 3rd Floor, Bronze Building, The Forge, 105 Sumner Street, London, SE1 9HZ. VAT no: 668265007