We have found out, total shock, that my dad has advanced bowel cancer. It has spread to his liver, lung and stomach lining. We attended the hospital today to discuss chemo, only to be told that they felt my dear dad was not currently fit enough to start the treatment. He is having difficulty eating as has no appetite and nausea and is therefore very weak and tired. He has today started anti-nausea tablets which will hopefully help. He has also started taking manuka honey as we have heard good things about this too. Anybody have any other alternative remedies which they think may help? Any views on cannabis oil?
My dad's albumin levels are low. making him very low on protein, and this has caused his bodily fluid to leak into his abdomen and thighs. He has a very bloated stomach which I dont think is helping with the nausea. Again, does anyone know any ways of increasing protein in the blood which is the only way the fluid will absorb back into the body. We need to get him stronger for chemo as without this, we have been told he only has 6 months to live. We are heartbroken and cannot believe this. We would be so grateful for any advice or help. Thanks