Dad has terminal prostate cancer

Hi. Really feeling lost with all this. My dad was diagnosed with prostate cancer in December that has spread to his bones and lymph nodes. He's started on the hormone injections and his first appointment with specialist was today, but because of the snow he was unable to attend. The doctor rang him and said they would prescribe him some hormone tablets and that chemo isn't a viable option... Is this because it has spread too much? Does anyone have any similar stories with this? He has been given very little information and won't get a new appointment for 3 weeks. Thank you. Any information good or bad would be appreciated 

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  • Hello Kel143

    I'm sorry to hear about your Dad's recent diagnosis and that he was unable to attend his first appointment with the specialist. It's understandable that you have questions and may be feeling anxious about things. 

    We have some information about metastatic prostate cancer on our website that may help. I'd also suggest giving our team of nurses a call to chat things through with them. Hopefully they will be able to offer some advice and support to help whilst your Dad is waiting for his next appointment. If you'd like to chat with them they're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Hopefully the appointment in 3 weeks will bring some clarity on your Dad's diagnosis and some reassurance about treatment and management options. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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  • Hello Kel143

    I'm sorry to hear about your Dad's recent diagnosis and that he was unable to attend his first appointment with the specialist. It's understandable that you have questions and may be feeling anxious about things. 

    We have some information about metastatic prostate cancer on our website that may help. I'd also suggest giving our team of nurses a call to chat things through with them. Hopefully they will be able to offer some advice and support to help whilst your Dad is waiting for his next appointment. If you'd like to chat with them they're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Hopefully the appointment in 3 weeks will bring some clarity on your Dad's diagnosis and some reassurance about treatment and management options. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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