Hello HelJoh, 

I am sorry to hear about your dad's condition and I can imagine it must be really difficult for you all at the moment to manage. The daily headache must be so hard for your dad to live with and combined with the mesothelioma it must really be exhausting for him. 

If you don't have much faith in your dad's GP, you are perfectly entitled to a second opinion and can request to see a different doctor. You can find out more about getting a second opinion on our website here.

I hope this helps and that you will also hear from others here who have had a similar experience. One of our members, the lovely [@jules54]‍ cared for her husband who also had mesothelioma and she may have additional insights on this or tips to share with you!

Best wishes, 

Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

Hi HelJoh

Really feel for you as the Mesothelioma on it's own is enough to cope with without added complications. As Moderator Lucie (thanks for the mention) says anyone can request a second opinion and if your Dad gives his permission you can discuss his situation fully with his medical team.  I wonder if you have spoken to his doctor/consultant who he is seeing for the mesothelioma as they should definitely know about other symptoms as it may just need a medication 'tweak' which they could help with.

Whilst my hubby was poorly and tiredness was a big part of his mesothelioma journey we certainly had to adapt pretty quickly to his frequent naps and increased reliance on pain relief and it can take some time to get levels right especially if other medical factors have to be taken into account.  My hubby's GP was good support but had to 'ask the experts' herself  because she had not dealt with this particular disease in the surgery before.  

I am happy to try and answer queries you may have if you want to chat more.  Jules54