My mum 89 has fluid on her lungs and their best guess is that it is a gynaecological cancer.
She has been offered chemotherapy and I went with her to the appointment that explained all the details. Even though she seemed to understand what was happening she is now talking about a second opinion and seems to not have taken on board what was said at the last appointment.
I am worried that asking for a second opinion that will no doubt confirm the original diagnosis will mean that the chemotherapy will be less effective because it will be started later.
I understand that she’s struggling to come to terms with the diagnosis and I don’t want to bully her. What should I do?
Hi and a warm welcome to the Online Community. I'm sorry to read that your Mum has developed fluid on her lungs and she's not sure they're correct and is now thinking of getting a second opinion which worries you as you don't want her to delay any treatment - I can quite understand.
I have a different type of cancer and at first wasn't sure of the connection between Fluid on the lungs and a gynaecological cancer so I did a little research and found this on Macmillan Pleural Effusion which might shed some further light.
It’s always helpful to others if you write a little something (or a lot) about yourself and your mum's journey to date. You can enter it into your profile (click on your username and select “Profile”) It’s helpful to other members with a similar diagnosis who can then hopefully answer your questions. It also means that you don't have to keep repeating yourself. You can amend or update it at any time.
The Macmillan Support Services also offer lots of information, support, financial guidance or just someone to listen. It’s free to call 0808 808 0000. Most services are available 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week. Have a look by Clicking here to see what is available and we also have our Ask an Expert section, but do allow two to three working days for replies from our expert team.
Sending you welcoming hugs B xx
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