Deciding against treatment

So in 2016 one of my parents was diagnosed with both kidney cancer and totally seperate in the duadeanam had a kidney out then radiotherapy on the other . He us now 82 and after many months through covid and not being able to have appointments yesterday we got the news we were dreading .... it's back ! Again in two places one of which was a big shock to us . Sat through the appointment with them as is gard if hearing and recorded it so can listen and take in what they were saying . 
treatment was offered but has been declined for all the reasons I understand and for someone of sound mind we have to respect that however there is only myself , hubby and 3 children and he is the centre of our universe . What a difficult decision as was so very poorly with treatment last time and since then also my own health has deteriorated I am not in a position to help as I did . But I too now have to respect the decision and try and be brave for them , so very hard as we were told it's not curable so could be months years with it without it ......

  • Hello Ashbrook69

    I'm so very sorry to hear that your Dad's cancer has returned and this time is incurable. It's understandable that you may be feeling a whole rollercoaster of emotions right now. 

    As hard as it may be, it's good to hear that you can understand why he has chosen this time round not to take the treatment that was offered and that you support his decision. I'm sure that it wasn't an easy choice for him nor an easy one for you, his family, to hear but I'm confident that he will appreciate the love and support that you are all able to give him at this time. 

    If you want to talk to our team of nurses at any point for advice and support you're most welcome to call them. They're available Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm on 0808 800 4040.

    Keep posting here on the forum if it helps. We've many members who have cared for loved ones through similar diagnoses and will understand what you're going through. 

    Thinking of you all at this difficult time. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

  • Thankyou so much for taking the time to reply and your words are so true 

    regards 

    Ashbrook69