Stage 4 metastatic gallbladder and liver cancer

Hello, I was diagnosed in June, I've just started my third round of treatment , I have chemo and immunotherapy this week and then just the chemo next week, then a week off. 

I've been given a timeline of 15-21 months with treatment. It's a very difficult pill to swallow because I feel so well and I'm full of life!

I'm a fun loving person with lots of plans and things I want to do and places I want to see.

I'm having a scan in about 6 weeks to see how the treatment is working, so fingers crossed.

I've had a pretty traumatic life so believe it or not, this isn't the worst thing that's happened to me, lol. I'm just glad it isn't one of my kids - I couldn't bear to lose another one.

I keep singing "Isn't it Ironic" by Alanis Morissette

I remain positive. The reason I'm still up at this time is the treatment, the steroids but mostly because I went out this evening and I was a bit careless and drained 2 cans of coke so I'm caffeined up to the eyeballs.

  • Welcome to the forum, Gottakeepgoing although I’m so sorry about the reason that brings you here.

    Hearing a timeline like that must be incredibly difficult to process, especially when you are feeling so well, full of life. It really is a lot to take in, but your positive attitude and energy are wonderful to see.

    It is completely understandable that the steroids and a bit of late-night Coca-Cola have kept you awake! Sometimes you just need to enjoy an evening out, even if it means being wide awake at midnight singing Alanis Morissette. You have already been through so much trauma in your life, and your strength as a parent really shines through in your words.

    Waiting for that scan in six weeks must be at the back of your mind, and I am keeping everything crossed that chemotherapy and immunotherapy are doing exactly what they need to do.

    If you ever feel like you need a proper chat or have questions about your treatment side effects, you can always speak to one of our nurses. They are incredibly kind and helpful and you can call them for free on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 5 pm.

    Please keep sharing your updates with us, we’re here to listen.

    All the best,

    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator