My sister has terminal liver and bowel cancer

I am struggling so much to deal with the fact that my sister is dying of cancer. She was diagnosed with liver cancer a few weeks ago and after tests discovered that it had originated in her bowel. On her 33rd birthday they told her there was nothing they could do about the bowel cancer and then last week they told her that the liver cancer had also gone too far. They have offered chemo to extend her life by about 3 or 4 months if it works. I am a year older than her and she has tried for years to have children and she is hoping to have enough time to get married, she and her partner put it off as they didn't have enough money and now we are all trying to figure it out so that we can get it done quickly and make it the best day of her life. I feel guilty that it is her and not me I don't know if that is normal but I can't help it. 

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  • Hi Jse

    I'm sorry about this diagnosis for your sister and your worry and the guilt you feel.

    I think you will find there are means to speed up the wedding and I am sure the chemo will help. It will be useful to discuss arrangements with the medical team so everything can be coordinated especially with any chemo.

    It is natural for you to feel guilty especially as you are older but cancer is not very selective. Give her as much attention and help you are able.

    I wish you all the best for a great wedding day.

    Kind regards

    David

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  • Hi Jse

    I'm sorry about this diagnosis for your sister and your worry and the guilt you feel.

    I think you will find there are means to speed up the wedding and I am sure the chemo will help. It will be useful to discuss arrangements with the medical team so everything can be coordinated especially with any chemo.

    It is natural for you to feel guilty especially as you are older but cancer is not very selective. Give her as much attention and help you are able.

    I wish you all the best for a great wedding day.

    Kind regards

    David

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