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Husband diagnosed with Bowel Cancer & liver

EmsterhubbyCT
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Hi all,

I am new to this site and am feeling really lost and helpless.  2 nights ago, my husband was admitted to the surgical assessment unit. Last night he had emergency surgery following a scan which shows advanced stage bowel cancer which  has spread to his liver. He has had his bowel removed and I think the procedure was an illiostomy? Sorry I can’t spell. 

Firstly, I was terrified that he wouldn’t survive this surgery and stayed at the hospital until he was moved to the ICU.  They seemed to think the surgery had gone smoothly and I was able to go in and see him.  He is normally fit and well but I am just trying to work out how to help him through this.  Obviously, the prognosis is not great but where do I go for support?

thanks

ET

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  • in reply to EmsterhubbyCT

    Hello ET

    Please don't feel this way about things. Hindsight is a wonderful tool for beating ourselves up about things we can't change. Your husband's diagnosis is not your fault and I'm sure there were many factors involved in his life style changes and the physical symptoms you've mentioned. 

    I'd really encourage you to give our nurses a call today if you can. It's been a rollercoaster week for you both and what's important now is that you both get yourselves into a good space, both mentally and physically, ahead of any further treatments. 

    We're here to support you. Be kind to yourself. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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