Lung and brain tumour

My father was diagnosed in Oct 2019 with a large tumour in his chest and brain! This was a massive shock as right up to the day I took him to a&e he was at work!! It started with him having difficulty with his left side! So naturally we thought a stroke! I wish it had been.

Daddy was given a few weeks by one doctor! But his oncologist said 4-6 months with treatment! Daddy had short only 5 sessions radio on both tumours and only 2 rounds of chemo because each times he took septic shock! He battled through so many different complications. Now he is not getting any more treatment since February and we have been told both tumours have progressed. He has lost all movement in his left side for months now! Started seizures about 2 months ago! I have took off work gave up everything to care for him night and day! I want to be here with him of course but past while I am really struggling with my emotions! I dont get much sleep between doing night with daddy or just not being able to sleep! Does anyone have any experience and can let me know what is going to happen next I want to try be prepared??

  • Welcome to Cancer Chat Oscar although I'm sorry about your father's diagnosis.

    It sounds like it has been very tough but I'm sure he really appreciates everything you have done and continue to do for him.

    Hopefully some of our members who have been in similar situations with their loved ones will offer their support and advice to you soon but if you want to talk things through with one of our cancer nurses you can give them a call next week on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    If you can do try and take some time for yourself, even if it's just a few hours, as it will really help you both at this time. To find out more just click here.

    Best wishes to you both,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator