I am a 65 years lady. with lung cancer. had op on 7 oct. at home recovering. and waiting result. have to be cheerful for family.I am worried about chomo, have no one to look after me. live on my own. how bad is it?
Awww bless you i really dont know about lung cancer all i know us any cancer is scary. Try talking to your family and oncologist and tell them your worries. X
Welcome to this friendly forum and hope you find it helpful to talk to others. Firstly wish you all the best for your results (the waiting is often a difficult time and many here will understand your fears). If you require chemotherapy you should have a chat with your consultant/oncologist at an appointment beforehand and when my husband was having treatment he had a list of phone numbers to contact once treatment started and also the specialist nurses who were very supportive on the day unit. It is difficult to comment as to how it will effect an individual as there are so many different chemo drugs and not all possible side effects happen. In our case the GP was also involved and if there were any problems help was just a phone call away which gave us re-assurance. Be sure to mention your worries at your next appointment and wish you all the very best. Jules54
hi jules 54. got the all clear today. still have to have chemo. my family is sister 84. 2 niece who are very busy. I have other illness as well as cancer. they would not be able to look after me. you say Iget surport. dont think so. last friday I wait from 7.30 until 4.45pm for the nurse to come . she then rang to say she cant come. sorry a bit down today
Thank you for sharing the good news regards your results. Just seems so wrong that you are not receiving the nurse's visit as planned and hope this will improve. Do you have a start date for your chemo yet? I know my husband found it a little easier once he knew what to expect. If you would like to talk about your fears then you can ring the lovely nurses on this site (freephone from UK landlines) on 0808 800 4040 Mon to Fri 9-5 and have a chat. Many here will relate to the down days and sometimes it just helps to jot down feelings and perhaps it would be good to write a list of what you need help with ready for when your next appointment comes along. It is my understanding that your full medical history/illnesses will be taken into account before deciding which chemo will be suitable for you but I have no medical knowledge myself.
hi thanks jules. yes its good news. they phone to day , to tell me. dont think its sunk in yet. chemo is not for about month time. for some reason having a poor me day.dont know why. first since I found out about the cancer. was laughing and joking in the hospital. the doctors and nurses at guys hospital was so kind, and look after me well. yours rose
I think sometimes our heads are so full of questions when dealing with cancer (sufferers as well as family and friends) that it's hard to take in what we are told until we have time to process it fully. It is still pretty early days following your op and down days come and go but I hope by chatting on the forum and perhaps not feeling quite so alone this will help a little. To be nervous regarding forthcoming treatment is perfectly normal (my husband definitely dreaded appointment days but withdrew into himself as it was his way of coping) so offload here if you wish and even though your family may be unable to offer practical help, a chat on the phone with them will hopefully help you all from time to time. ( I know we all try to be strong for others but just sometimes we need to just let the emotions give some release). Take care. Jules
hi jules. thanks for chat. it does help to offload. had a bad night. waking in pain. today went out for walk. first time since op. lovely to be out. brought a trolley bag that has a seat to sit on . so can rest when out of breath. all the best rose
What a good idea to have the trolley/seat and am so pleased you were able to enjoy a walk. I also have a trolley for shopping as I do not drive and usually wear the wheels out before the bag!! Hope you had a better night last night and that the pain has eased. I am sure if it continues you will contact your doc as they can help with different medications which are safe to use depending on other drugs you may have to take. My hubby used to say he felt like a walking pharmacy!
Today I am looking after my younger grandson (2) as my daughter has a hospital appointment up in London so will be kept amused no doubt! Take care Jules
Amazing how a good sleep can help us feel better (the fresh air too). Take it easy and enjoy your weekend. My cheeky grandsons always lift my spirits and with the 2yr old's Christening tomorrow something to look forward to. Am off to the supermarket shortly and expecting my sister in law for the weekend around lunch time (she is flying over from the Isle of Man) so better get my skates on! regards Jules
