So mum was diagnosed with peritoneal cancer around a month ago now..
Mum has previously been through oesophagus cancer where she had a major op and chemo and then had ovarian cancer so had a full hysterectomy.
Mum had her first chemo session Monday- stupidly I think I was hoping for a miracle and 1 hit of chemo would help the pain considerably but it hasn't.. she's still in so much pain. The hospital have prescribed every pain relief drug under the sun.. morphine makes her sick, codeine made the pain worse and now the new stuff she's on knocks her out and she's constantly shattered.
The oesophagus operation made her stomach considerably small so she cant eat as much as she used to.. but she's eating next to nothing, she's too tired to go out and she is so depressed.
I just currently can't see a positive way out for her and thought someone on here might be a bit further down the line and give me some hope.
Hi Laur91
I am really sorry to read your news regarding your Mum, I personally don't have any previous experience with peritoneal cancer, so I am not able to answer any of your questions. I did however wanted to ask, and I hope you don't mind, "have the specialist stated whether this is peritoneal cancer or whether it is oesophageal cancer in the peritoneum?
I am sure you may have already read This, but just in case you haven't I wanted to bring it to your attention.
I can't begin to imagine how much of a shock this has been to you and Mum. after all her fighting so far, it must be extremely difficult for you to remain positive.
I have read a small amount and note that the peritoneal cancer could also have an effect on how much Mum will eat, but that combined with her already small stomach will account for why you feel that she is eating next to nothing, I can appreciate why she feels so tired.
With regards to the depression, possibly for both of you? is there anyone that you can both talk too, separately? has Mum considered calling the Macmillan team, who as I am sure you know are available everyday, 8am till 8pm, *the number is in my signature strip.
I do hope others come along soon and are able to give you some more help and ideas based on their own experience and knowledge, in the meantime can I offer you both strength and light during this dark time.
Lowe'
I am glad you have people to talk to, that is important
Hopefully Mum will find someone she can talk to also.
I asked the question re OC Mets because my husband has OC with mets and I know there would be a different treatment plan if that was the case.
I am sorry to be much help, but happy to chat if every you need an ear
Take care Laura
