Hello jolamine,

The results of his ct scan shown that the tumours have not grown or spread, they are the same. The nurse was hoping for some improvement but unfortunately not. We were told there's lots of different options of chemo fails to take effect. However my dad being my dad, asked about his prognosis. To which the nurse stated 1 year and the later on in the conversation became 3-5 years. I don't really know which one to believe. I am surprised to how he's taking the chemo, he's not had any bad side effects and is still very healthy. He's still got the appetite of a horse! 

My mum is taking it not so well, her and my dad are very close. She keeps pretending she's alright but I can see that it's all just a front. im trying to be there for the both of them but it's very difficult, I still haven't came to terms with it myself. 

Hello Yvette,

It is at least a good sign that the tumours haven't grown or spread. I'm glad to hear that your Dad is doing well with chemo and still has a good appetite. How did your Dad react when he was told his prognosis? It would be great to be able to accept the longer time given by the nurse, but the truth is that they don't really know. They can make a guesstimate but all people are different and some can go quicker than expected, wheras others surprize us by how long they can hang on.

Unfortunately, cancer affects the whole family and not just the patient. Your Mum will be finding this difficult although she is trying to put a face on the situation. It is hard to support them both when you are still struggling to come to terms with everything yourself. Despite this, you will find the strength to do so.

Thinking of and praying for you all.

Kind regards,

Jolamine xx