Sigmoid Colectomy

MuMy Dear father was diagnosed with this horrible sigmoid cancer a few years back and went under the knife for the 1st time... a major part of his intestines was removed and he was in agony as it was already stage 4... the damage was vast, already spread to his liver and other organs... but He survived.... 

a few years down the line, a lot of constant bleeding, muscus, gel discharge, unbearable pain and great discomfort... not to forget a very swollen abdomen, bloating. An ever growing hernia... my father went through another massive surgery again today that lasted 6 hrs... Sigmoid Colectomy resection or something... in ITU,,, 3 pipes attached to his neck, blood, IV Fluids, Antiobiotics and God knows how many more things and bags attached to him ... He’s dying for a sip of water but we r not allowed anywhere near him n are told not a single drop of water for at least next 8 days... I have done so much research I don’t understand why can’t he have a little sip? My mum is having fainting epic.. both r admitted in same hospital... it’s not looking good... 4 very large tumour s were removed today... the damage is immense... I don’t know what would happen now... but I’m so scared... what would be the life expectancy now? Where do we go from here now? What next? We all r falling apart... I m so lost I don’t know what to do anymore.... 

  • Hi Aakhan and welcome to Cancer Chat.

    I'm so sorry to read what you and your family are going through at the moment. I can't begin to imagine how difficult this must be for you, especially with your mum being admitted as well, but you're not alone as many of our members have also gone through tough times supporting their loved ones on their cancer journeys so I'm sure you'll receive some words of support and advice from them soon.

    If you'd like to chat with someone about what your dad's situation do give our cancer nurses a call. They're available Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m on 0808 800 4040.

    I know you've got a lot going on but if you can, try and find a moment to give yourself some much needed and well deserved TLC so you can be there for your family when they need you the most.

    Kind regards, 

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator