Advanced prostate cancer

 my father in law has advanced prostate cancer. It has spread to his liver, bones, lungs & found out today that his lymph nodes have wrapped around his kidneys. We were told that this is what would kill him. Does anyone know roughly how long he might have left. My husband & my sister in law are afraid to ask but I need to be prepared & to be there for them. Thank you x

  • Hello Dilndon
    I'm sorry to hear that your father in law has been given bad news about his prostate cancer. Understandably it's a difficult time for you all at the moment. 

    I'm afraid that it's difficult to be able to say how things will progress for him. Even his Consultant would only make a "best guess" based on your father in law's overall health and their professional experience of things change. 

    We've some information on our website about advanced prostate cancer that may be of help to you and you might like to talk things through with one of our team of nurses. I'm sure they'll be able to offer some support and advice. They are available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. Please be aware that they may have reduced hours/are closed from December 24th through until January 2nd. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator