Hello. My name is Kelly and I am currently caring for my mum who has T4 N2 M1b lung cancer with secondary brain tumours. 3 weeks ago today she had focused Radiotherapy on 3 tumours on the brain. 6 months ago she started having suspected T.I.A Attacks (mini strokes). Mum didn't have any symptoms of Lung cancer, no coughing or wheezing. No Doctors or Consultants expected Lung cancer, it was only when we went to the T.I.A clinic that mum demanded a brain scan that they found 3 "lesions" and then did a full body MRI to find 3 shadowy areas on the right lung.
Mum is very tired and her legs don't seem to work very well, she can't walk very far and it’s very fatigued. She has been told she is not cleared to drive so can't go to work. She doesn't have the strength to stand and make a drink for herself or to cook a meal which frustrates her because she is so used to being able to do everything for herself. Mum feels like she is a burden to me but I actually like being with her.. Most of the time. Everyone needs a break.
On this Monday coming she will start Chemotherapy for the Lung cancer. I am worried I won’t be able to give my mum the right care she needs as it’s hard on me too. Today is my mums birthday and I wish just for today she didn’t have cancer and had the energy to see all the guest that have been round. It’s very tough on mum.
I just want to know is there anything I can do to make my mum more comfortable?
Thanks,
Kelly.
