Ascites / fluid in abdomen

Hi hope your all well. 
 

my mum has stage 4 pancreatic cancer and long story short GP has said we are in final weeks and they won't drain the fluid at the hospital as she is too weak. She is really uncomfortable and after looking online I don't think I have the correct information here. They are planning on sending her to a hospice today however I feel like I should send her hospital instead to have the fluid removed.

is it true if your weak they won't remove the fluid to make you feel more comfortable? 
 

 

  • I'm very sorry to hear your mum is in the final weeks of her cancer journey and that the hospital won't drain her ascites.

    I hope you've been able to get some clarification on this since you posted but if not, then do give our cancer nurses a call tomorrow on 0808 800 4040. Their phone lines will be open from 9a.m and they'll do all they can to help.

    Hopefully some of our members who supported friends or family members with this will share their thoughts and experiences with you soon but in the meantime, we're thinking of you and sending all our strength and support your way.

    Best wishes to you both at this very difficult time.

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator