hoping for a miracle

Hi everyone

About a month ago, my dad was diagnosed with lung cancer but it has spread to other organs. 

I haven't come to terms with the news. I can't cry! Just feel dead inside. 

I find I don't know what to say to him when I speak to him. What do you say to someone that has been told they have 6 months to a year to live?

I need help on this so I can know how to support him.

  • Good morning Yvonne,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I am sorry to read about your dad and understand how you feel. I think the important thing is to try and talk to him just as you always have. Most cancer patients like to try and keep some semblance of normality in their lives. I know from when I was losing my mother to breast cancer, it can be very difficult to know what to say but I think you need to follow his lead. If he wants to talk about his cancer then okay but conversation should not all be about cancer. I know all to well how difficult it is seeing someone you love suffering fron this cruel disease. We alway think our parents are indestructable and will always be with us. Please keep in contact for it is often far easier to talk to complete stranges on her than it is to family or friends.

    Sending best wishes your way, Brian.