So, my dad has recently been diagnosed with metastatic lung cancer. It has spread to most of his abdomen. 4days ago he was admitted to hospital in agony. After 3 days of agony they have finally got his pain under control. What I wanted to ask was has anyone else been in this situation or know somebody that has been in this situation and what has the next steps regarding treatment? He is supposed to be seeing a specialist at Christie’s but will this push that back?
sorry if I’m not making any sense.
Hi JenJen984 and welcome to the online community, but sorry to hear about your Dad. I do have metastaic lung cancer, but I don't have experience of spread to the abdomen. I am glad that your Dad now ha s the pain under comtrol. I wouldn't want to second guess what treatment your Dad will be offered, but his medical team will be working very hard to find the right treatment for him,and I hope you find out his treatment plan soon.
It is very scary when a family member receives a cancer diagnoses, and the fear of what is ahead, but talking to others who are in a similar situation to yourself does help you through this difficult time. There are 3 diffierent support forums on the community you can join.
supporting someone with incurable cancer group
You will find several people there who are going through a similar situation to yourself. You can also call the Macmillan support helpline for support 7 days a week from 8am til 8pm on 0808 808 00 00
Let us know how your Dad gets on, and what treatment he is offered.
Take care
