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Hello,

I need some understanding regards stage 4 cancer, My friend has just been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer has tumor in stomach and bowel, been informed that chemotheraphy probably isnt an option as they dont think that his kidneys are strong enough.

Can you give me any advise at all of alternative therapy or an understanding of whats now going to happen as hes only 41 yrs old.

sorry i just dont know what to do and feel totally helpless.

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    Hello minx,

    Welcome to our forum! I am so sorry to hear about your friend's diagnosis at such a young age and that he has been informed that chemotherapy isn't an option for him anymore.

    You can find out more about complementary and alternative therapies here and I would also suggest you read our information on alternative therapies on our Science Blog here. If you have any questions, our nurses are also available on this free number 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.

    You will meet many on this forum who have also supported a friend or relative through cancer and I am sure they will be along shortly to share their story with you.

    Best wishes,

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

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