Steroids for brain mets - what to expect

My Dad was diagnosed with lung, pancreatic and liver cancer last February, last Tuesday he had a seizure and the scan showed he now has brain mets. He is currently taking steroids to reduce the swelling. I just want to know if anyone knows what will happen once he stops taking them in 2 weeks time.

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  • Hi Cherly9,

    I really am so sorry to hear about your dad, I am in a similar situation with my mum and just waiting to know what will happen?There slowly reducing the dosage but they seem to be working like magic and I really dread the thought of what's coming... it's heartbreaking
     

    Hope your ok & if you ever want to chat please feel free 

  • Hi 

    Thanks for your reply. I'm sorry to hear about your Mum. So far, he's been taking them for nearly a week and although he's had no more seizures he hasn't picked up as yet. He's trying to fight his tiredness and trying to jobs around the house. I'm just scared of what's to come. If I get any more information I'll let you know xx

  • Aww bless him it's just awful & good to hear the seizures have stopped, I know exactly what you mean it's the unknown & I feel like am constantly waiting for the next step but just don't know what that next step is... hopefully someone may have more information... my thoughts & prayers are with you all ️ 

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  • Aww bless him it's just awful & good to hear the seizures have stopped, I know exactly what you mean it's the unknown & I feel like am constantly waiting for the next step but just don't know what that next step is... hopefully someone may have more information... my thoughts & prayers are with you all ️ 

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