Just been diagnosed with terminal lung cancer the aggressive one told 6 to 12 months I am 81 and have refused chemotherapy its hard to get my head round it
Just been diagnosed with terminal lung cancer the aggressive one told 6 to 12 months I am 81 and have refused chemotherapy its hard to get my head round it
Hello Roxy_rubarb,
I am so sorry to hear you have been diagnosed with terminal lung cancer and have refused chemotherapy. It's a very difficult decision to have to make and try if you can to talk to your consultant about what options are available to you at this stage - don't hesitate to ask questions about for example what benefits there would be in considering chemotherapy or any other potential treatment they might offer you.
It must be really hard for you to have to deal with this news but I wanted you to know that you are not alone and I hope that you will hear from other members of our community who have been diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. It helps to talk to others who truly understand.
Our nurses are also available on this free number 0808 800 4040 - don't hesitate to give them a call if there is anything you are worried about or anything you want to get off your chest. Their helpline is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.
Best wishes,
Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator