Colon and liver cancer...

Hi one of my family members has been recently diagnosed with colon cancer and has spread to the liver... they have lost a lot of weight, has no appetite, is being sick regular and struggled to swallow, it’s only been 3 weeks since they found out, it’s come as a real shock but her health has declined massively shortly before and after diagnoses, what sort of stage does this sound like? And do you think there is much the doctors can do? 

  • Hi Louise, 

    Welcome to the forum. I'm sorry to hear that your relative has been diagnosed with colon cancer. It's understandable that this has come as a shock to you all.

    We do have some information about colon cancer on our website that may help answer some of your questions. However, only your relatives medical team will be able to give you information about her staging and what treatment/management they will be able to offer. 

    Hopefully there is someone in the family who is able to attend appointments with her for support. 

    Sending best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator