hi there, my mum at 81 fit and healthy has just been dianosied with stage 4 lung cancer metasis. we all in shock as she is so healthy and looks well no pain or symtoms other than weight loss. not sure what her options are due to having hospital delirium and bit of memory loss.

Hi Kat, I can only try to imagine how you and your family are feeling with the news about your Mum.

Having no pain or experiencing symptoms isn't unusual and a blessing for her.

In my experience regarding options, I'm sure this will be discussed with you and her Oncologist team.

It depends on many things, including her age, pre-existing health issues and the prognosis.

In some cases, palliative care may be offered, where no treatment is considered to be beneficial for the patient.

Thinking of you at this very difficult time.

Hope you have support and care for you..

Yes my mum is a fit 81 year old was in Tenerife 3 weeks ago, played golf no medical issues not even on any medication. So this why come as a massive shock even consultant was in shock 

Knowledge of the same thing happening to a close friend and family members..

Neighbour, fit and healthy 83 year old with no previous health issues, diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer... no invasive treatment, palliative care offered..

My 65 year old sista, routine bloods and a diagnosis of Myeloma 10 days later..

So I do understand your shock and the overwhelming impact on you all

Knowledge of the same thing happening to a close friend and family members..

Neighbour, fit and healthy 83 year old with no previous health issues, diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer... no invasive treatment, palliative care offered..

My 65 year old sista, routine bloods and a diagnosis of Myeloma 10 days later..

So I do understand your shock and the overwhelming impact on you all