Declining treatment

Hi I'm new to this site, so apologies if I make any errors! I would love to hear anyone's thoughts on deciding not to accept treatment following a recent diagnosis? I'll sort out information in my profile, to save you all having to read an essay on how I got here. Many thanks in advance

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  • Hi Eddie

    Kind of similar situation but different tumour group. To be honest with you, I've just got to the stage of being reconciled with the inevitable, so am happy with my decision to refuse treatment and attempt palliative chemo. With me, it would've been a total, radical neck surgery that basically removes everything. No quality of life in my opinion. As long as you're happy with your decision and the possible results, either with or without treatment, you'll be happy with it. I wish you well, whatever you decide. Take care

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  • Hi Eddie

    Kind of similar situation but different tumour group. To be honest with you, I've just got to the stage of being reconciled with the inevitable, so am happy with my decision to refuse treatment and attempt palliative chemo. With me, it would've been a total, radical neck surgery that basically removes everything. No quality of life in my opinion. As long as you're happy with your decision and the possible results, either with or without treatment, you'll be happy with it. I wish you well, whatever you decide. Take care

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