Hi everyone, 

Just over 3 weeks ago my dad was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer (spread to liver and lymphs). He finally had a biopsy on Wednesday we get the results on the 11th and will find out his options re treatment plan. The palliative care team came out yesterday. They were really brilliant. We talked about the many issues dad is having mainly his anxiety and not sleeping. The doctor said he could have two medications that would be perfect for him. She said GPs don't really like to do it long term but it's great for 4-5 days just to calm dad down and get him sleeping again. Dad was so happy with this. Mum called the surgery yesterday evening (as she was told to do) to find out if the prescription was ready and was told sorry but the GP has refused to do it. I cannot believe it. How is this allowed to happen? We waited three weeks to see them, they were so nice but dads not allowed to have what they told him he needed. It just seems pointless. I just can't get my mind around what that means re his home care. We were looking forward to having the specialists come and see us and they made so much sense and they're coming back next week but what's the point if the GP won't listen to them and do what he's asked? It seems a waste of time. And it doesn't fill me with confidence that the two can disagree and go against each other. I'm so confused. Has anyone had this happen? And is it just something that happens or is it really bad and shouldn't be allowed like I'm feeling right now? 

Thanks so much. 

Tracy. X