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Mum's lung cancer has spread to spine

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Hi I'm new just signed up. Found out this week thst my mum has lung cancer spread to her spine. They've said that she's too weak for treatment. She's 74. I'm 43 with two young boys aged 5 and 9. I work full time in a stressful management role. Work's supportive but its hard not to worry. I'm not sure I'm going to cope to be honest Im up and down this week. They've said months to live...no more than 6 months! I'm devastated and in shock x

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    I’m in exactly the same position. Similar age to you with children, mum just diagnosed with lung and spinal lesions although it sure where the primary cancer is . Praying for treatment to slow it and more time. We’re so close and am devastated. Also have the work stress and very busy life. I will probably reduce hours as I want to be with her  and  im just going to accept offers of help so I can be with her. I’ve been through this with my Dad and it does sink in and you do stay strong but the initial shock is terrible . All the best 

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    Hi thanks for your response and I'm sorry to hear this. It's such a shock. Like you say life's busy and just trying to process everything and function. My boss has been amazing this week to be fair. We will have to keep strong for our families and yes accept offers of support! Thank you I wish you all the best x

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    Hi thanks for your response and I'm sorry to hear this. It's such a shock. Like you say life's busy and just trying to process everything and function. My boss has been amazing this week to be fair. We will have to keep strong for our families and yes accept offers of support! Thank you I wish you all the best x

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