Can patients rally?

Hi my Gran has been diagnosed with lung cancer a year over a year ago. She has stopped eating and drinking very little and yesterday her speech was very slurred the Dr said she had we were looking at weeks rather than months. Last night she woke up went to the toilet, took her meds and was talking , we were so shocked. Can this happen and how long does it last?

  • Hello Kerry1975, 

    This must indeed have been a shock to see your gran talk all of a sudden. I am not sure myself whether this is something to be expected but perhaps you could ask her medical team?

    Our nurses are also available on this free number 0808 800 4040 - their line is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm if you would like to talk to them about this. 

    I hope your gran continues to improve. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator