spinal metastasis please advise

I need some help my dad was diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer 28 05 2021 since has had pain in spine 3 weeks ago he received radiotherapy to relieve pain although he's been constipated with back flow for months after admission to hospital on the 24 2 2022 was mobile hes saying his spine is being ripped apart at home was on 18 mg of morphine in a 24hr period now 60 mg in hospital n not touching the pain still constipated and is in agony as well as every laxative and gambapentin neproxen steroids paracetamol im wondering if anyone has been in this situation and can help me with advise, latest xray ... not mri as they haven't given one shows his spine lumbar might have dropped and is pinching a nerve but he's in torture n nothings giving him a moment of pain relief thanks in advance xx

  • Hello Jade1913

    I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad's diagnosis and the struggle that he's having at the moment with pain management. It sounds like an incredibly difficult time for you both. 

    If I'm reading your post correctly then your Dad is in hospital at the moment and the team is investigating what may be causing this severe level of pain and are trying to find the right drug combination to help him. 

    It's so difficult when a loved one has to experience these kinds of things. Hopefully the clinical team will be able to get a handle on things soon and your Dad will be more comfortable. 

    If you'd like to chat things through with one of our team of nurses you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm. I'm sure they will be happy to offer you any advice and support that they can to get through this difficult time. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator