My darling dad

called round to see my dad today,  mum said he's very scared I'm so scared for Monday. Why does his appointment have to be 6.30pm it's going to be a long day.  Dad looked very flushed and is quiet..we all talk about everything other than Monday.  Dad doesn't want to talk about it yet.  I'm really angry...why didn't the doctors do the prostectomy earlier, he had one Tumor, slow growing we will watch and wait.  A year later he had two tumors either side in the prostate.  Have a radical prostectomy it will all go away !  That was three weeks ago.  His post op date was 2nd August.  We got the phone call yesterday come in on Monday we need to see you.. The obvious thing is his cancer has spread outside the prostate, they told us that would be the only reason to bring forward his appointment...no news is good news... So to speak.  The logical women inside of me is saying you must wait...worry when you have too.  The girl inside of me is freaking out...not my dad...your not taking my dad.  I nursed my friend through secondary breast cancer till the end and did the same for my darling nan dads mum this year from liver cancer.  We moved nan into mum and dads house, it's what my dad wanted she passed March 13.  When things were really bad for nan I would catch my dad crying. I always hugged him and told him I loved him.    We knew dad had cancer then too.  I prayed I wouldn't have to watch dad suffer the same way.  I honestly thought this cancer was nothing to worry about.  Strange I know,  dad has had lots of heart attacks and strokes since a young age, he told me the chances were his heart would give out first, as this was such a slow growing cancer. They would just watch him.

forgive my ramblings, I'm just venting xx

  • No need to apologise Kate as the forum is a place where you can vent and share your thoughts and feelings :)

    I see that you mentioned that your dad's appointment was today. How did it go and how is your dad getting on? I hope it went o.k and answered some of the questions and worries you and your family may have had before today. 

    It's also completely understandable to feel so conflicted, especially when it involves one of your parents. Trying to be strong whilst wanting your parents to tell you that everything will be ok is so tough and many of our members will know what you're feeling and I'm sure they will post soon to offer their support and share the experiences they had with their parents.

    When you are ready please let us know how your dad got on.

    Wishing you and your family all the best, 

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • Hi Steph 

    thank you for your kind words.... I am so happy to tell everyone, dad was called in early to tell him his cancer had been removed in its entirety and all the surrounding tissue has come back clear.  I am so so grateful.  A tiny tiny little bit of me wondered for a fleeting moment if mum was telling the truth,  but they assured me today they are.  Wish hospital  could have said there's nothing to worry about but Mr oncologist would like to see you Mr ...  Instead of the cloak and dagger we need you to come in now.. We have all been to hell and back....

    my dad is still very tired and very sore, it appears he has developed an infection which is why he has been feeling so poorly. Hospital want to see him again in4 weeks to check the infection has cleared.  I'm not sure what happens next..due to surgery dad is still incontinent (bladder) I think it cou.d be up to a year before he gains control but everyone is different.  I'm personally just so glad to have my dad back the rest will come in time.

    i have made some contacts here, I would still like to keep in touch,  I wish we all could have news like mine, I pray maybe one day we will..  I'm thinking of you all xxxx

     

     

     

  • That's great news Kate, I'm so pleased for you and your family :)

    I think organisations have to stick to procedure whatever the outcome, which can be frustrating like you've said, but thankfully in this instance your dad received good news instead of bad.

    I'm sorry to hear he has developed an infection but hopefully it will have cleared up by the time he goes back to the hospital in 4 weeks time. 

    Do come back to keep us updated on your dad's progress and feel free to contribute to other member's discussions too as I'm sure they would love to stay in touch and share in your good news.

    All the best, 

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • Hi Dave

    thank you...I am so happy,

    i hope you don't mind I had a little peak at your profile, I am so pleased to read  how well you are doing, what an inspiration you are to others in your position.  Sending you the warmest of wishes Kate xx