Worried

Hi my name is celine. My mum had her left lower lobe removed in open surgery due to a tumour.. she is 2 weeks after op. She is so tired drugged up on painkillers and so breathless. Its si hard to see her like this as she has never been sick and has raised 7 kids and is one tough cookie. Shes 68 and i was just wondering in reality what is the recovery time.. i just want to make it easier for her.. 

  • Welcome to Cancer Chat Celine although I'm sorry to hear about your mum and the reason you find yourself posting.

    I have included some general information we have on our website about coping with breathlessness but to find out more about this and recovery times from this operation do give our cancer nurses a call. Their freephone number is 0808 800 4040 and their lines are open Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    I hope this helps and that the rest of your mum's recovery goes well.

    Best wishes to you both, 

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator