Radium treatment

Hi my dad has been in hospital for 8 weeks with prostate cancer which has mestitized and spread to his bones and bladder I've not seen him as I live in England and he lives in Southern Ireland and although I'm in phone contact every day he's having radium every day for 5 days and then they sending him back home with palliative care package my dilemma is that I've booked to go tomorrow and my aunts telling me not to and are retired nurses I fear if I don't go I'll never see him again and if I do I'll risk infection I'm willing to self quarrentine when I get back so I suppose my question is does he have much time left for me to rescheduale my trip a few weeks as I'm being advised or take my chances ? 

  • Hello Bernie44, 

    This is such a difficult decision to have to take. Unfortunately no one on this forum will be able to tell you how much time your poor dad has left, but perhaps you could get in touch with his specialist and explain your situation?  They will be in the best position to tell you what your dad's prognosis might be and whether given his specific medical circumstances you should reschedule your trip for in a few weeks' time. 

    We're thinking of you during this difficult time. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator