Needing advice

My mum has lung cancer last year n they removed half her lung then she got it back again this year in both lungs n a tumour in her brain ! They done radiotherapy in her brain n she was then to see have them doin  surgery on her lungs , my sister went in to see doctor with my mum n they are now saying that survey is no longer an option the cancer has spread so much in the lunges it would be a waste of time for my mum they've said its up to my mum now what she wants to do but she could try radiotherapy but it depends totally on her ! As a family we don't know what to do or say !!! We don't really understand what's happening or how far the cancer has progressed etc 

  • Welcome to Cancer Chat Mandy although I'm sorry to hear that your mum's cancer has returned.

    Taking in such news can be rather overwhelming as many members here have found out and I'm sure they will reply soon to offer their advice and support. If you are still unsure of what is happening and how much the cancer has progressed maybe your mum could get back in touch with her medical team and arrange an appointment which you all attend so you can get your questions answered? It's good to get clarification in situations like these before your mum makes any decisions about her next step and I'm sure she would appreciate having your thoughts and input as well.

    Our cancer nurses are also available to chat to about this as well. Their freephone number is 0808 800 4040 and are available Monday - Friday between 9a.m -5p.m.

    Kind regards, 

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator