Mums cancer is back taking over her organs what will I do with my mam?

My mum was told this Monday that the breast cancer is back she has tumors in both kidneys, liver and her lower abdomen she had HER2 Positive breast cancer it was her main site and she had been cancefree for 8 years. We are in limbo as oncology have not got her booked in yet. I feel like my whole world has collapsed I have cried since Monday and the tears keep coming I never knew i could cry lithis my whole body aches my eyes sting I can't sleep I feel guilty and I can't bear to look at her little face  she is so scared she is the most selfless woman I have ever known her only concern isow we are my dad is falling apart he turned to drink my mam is 72 I'm 46 I can't get my head around every day I feel weaker with emotions n feel like I'm failing her I look back on her life and she s struggled so much they were nearing paying off their mortgage n had plans I so want they to be peaceful n happy together after years of working and bringing up three children I find myself lookinground now and thinking how do people cope with this pain I had to come on here as I feel so alone the thought of not hearing her seeing her getting annoyed by her n watching the cancer take away all that she is feels like too much to bear my mum is still here but this grief has got me in it's grip as I know that the cancer is roaming free n in my mam n hurting her I want to reach into her body and help but I can't I'm sorry to anyone who had experienced this it's the worst pain I have ever experienced I'm praying for a miracle this limbo is awful xxx love n light to all xx

  • Hello Emabee, 

    I am so sorry to hear your mum's breast cancer is back and that it has spread to other organs - this must be quite a shock especially after her being 8 years cancer free. There's nothing worse than being in limbo; it is an awful state to be in and I hope that you will get a bit of clarity soon. I am so sorry your sleep has been affected by this and you are crying all the time and your poor dad it's terrible how much this has been affecting him. If things don't improve, you could perhaps get in touch with your GP and explain how the news has made you feel and how hard it is for you to get any sleep. It sounds like your dad desperately needs help too as drinking is never a solution and only makes things worse so encourage him if you can to go and speak to his doctor so he can get support to help him navigate this difficult time. 

    Feel free to write on here anytime you feel like reaching out and I just wanted you to know we are all here for you and there will be many other members of our community who have been in a similar position before and who know exactly what you are going through. 

    Your mum is lucky to have such a loving family by her side and this will give her comfort and strength I am sure in the coming days and weeks. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator