Dad’s diagnosed with cancer

Cancer is rare in our family and my beloved Dad had suffered diabetes, back issues, arthritis and so many more conditions through his life. Never did we ever think he'd be diagnosed with a brain tumour at 65. I'm devistated, feel lost and would really like to speak to people going through the same thing ️ 

  • Hi I read your post and wanted to reach out, do you know what type of Tumor he has? Have you got a treatment plan 
    love Sarah 

  • Hi Sarah, thanks so much for responding. We're awaiting results, it's frontal and hasn't spread in the body, but that's all we know. I'm just preparing myself for the worst. Have you had experience of cancer in the family?

  • Hi,,

    Thats sounds positive where it is, is he going to have an operation to remove it? I have experience with Brain Tumors but they are all different, treatment is very advanced. Please let me know when you know what your dealing with and if it's the same as my Dads I'm here for you. Love Sarah 

  • Thanks Sarah, really appreciate your support. Can I ask

    is your dad still with you? My dad is also a diabetic type 1, so he needs daily care at the moment. The good thing is that he's in good spirits, quite ignorant to the situation - he's actually quite funny, which lifts us.

  • Hi dazza24

    I'm so sorry to read your post.  Last week my father was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Like you we have not as a family suffered with cancers and  been very fortunate.   I feel as though Im in a surreal world now. Suddenly all we can focus on is Dad's diagnosis and time he has left.   It is devastating and I can empathise with your lost' feeling.   Its just awful 

  • Hi Di,

    thanks so much for reaching out. Appreciate the support so much. We find out tomorrow his prognosis, but I already know it's not good news and we're on a count down. Do you have enough support around you for your dads situation. Luckily I have my immediate family, friends and others - but it never makes it any easier x

  • Hi Dazza

    I really hope the news you receive tomorrow is not as bad as you fear. 

    My Dad is being supported by the district nurses and palliative care team.  I have a wonderfully supportive husband and a good group of friends to lean on.  Sadly my brother who lives with my Dad suffers with depression and anxiety. My Dad is his rock and best... And only.. Friend.  I find myself worried for my brothers well being where I should be focused on my Dad's final chapter in his long life.   

    I really hope you receive some encouraging news. 

     

     

     

  • I totally understand. I'm worried for my mum and brother who live with him. I at least get resbite and can come home to my girls and wife. Unfortunately it's going to be tough for the foreseeable future, but it's time to make memories, but also plan for the future. It's never going to be easy, but as long as you all stay close then you'll get through it.