Hi NicNicC,

I am so sorry to hear that you are going through this.

I am in  a similar situation. My Mom also has lung cancer, although I am not aware of the exact stage, this time around.

Previously it was Stage 2, but after treatment it seemed to disappear, but it has returned, 3 years later. We know it is growing, and is now on her chest wall.

We know that treatment is not an option for her this time.

The only advice I can give to you, is to just enjoy your Mom being here, and make some good memories.

None of us know exactly how much time we have with each other.

Focus on the here and now.

I like to say, Mom is here now, Let's enjoy today.

Good luck to you all.

Grace x

Hi NicNicC,

Mom had chemo and radiotherapy back in 2020, as previously the cancer was considered inoperable due to its position, and the treatment seemed to do the trick, all her scans and x-rays had been clear, until earlier this year. She was then told she can't have any other treatment as the treatment she had last time was quite intensive, and it took its toll on her health, But this cancer looked operable, they thought they could take the affected lobe, so she went in for the operation last week. She is in her early 80s, but very strong.

The operation was not a success, she had a massive bleed and almost died, she now has organ damage from the blood loss, and we have discovered the cancer has spread outside the lung. She is making a slow recovery and still remaining very positive. We are hopeful she will regain most of her independence and go home at some point. Although, we know she will need a care package in place.

We haven't asked all the questions yet, as to how the future is looking. I think we just need to take it slowly, and take each day as it comes, and we are seeing progress.

I wish both you and your Mom good luck. I hope she starts her Chemo soon. How old is your Mom? My mom has always been very positive and been willing to put up a good fight, which I think helped her and me. Made me feel more positive too.

It is so difficult to watch your Mom go through this, but I am here if you want to have a chat or ask questions.

I don't have all the answers, but I know exactly how you feel.

Stay strong, and just hug her a little bit more often.

xx