Lost my Mum to Cancer of the appendix

Hi I lost my mum 5 weeks ago. She had cancer of the appendix. I'd never heard of it before. She had no symptoms. We were told it had spread. It was all very sudden and unexpected. I can't take it in. 

  • Hello TJR, 

    I am so sorry for your loss.  Our sincere condolences from the Cancer Chat team. It must have been traumatic for you especially as it was so sudden and unexpected and she had no symptoms. It's normal to feel that this is all too much to take in at the moment. I thought I would also share with you our page on Coping with Grief which explains the different stages involved in the grieving process which I hope will be useful to you. 

    You have come to the right place though to talk to others who understand what you are going through at the moment and who have also lost a loved one. I hope they will be along soon to share their story with you. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator