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Stomach cancer

Allyccc
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Hi folks.

I'm sure you all have your own problems. Sorry to be bothering you. 

My father has recently been diagnosed with stomach/lung cancer. He has a tumour in stomach and one in lung. The stomach tumour is causing him the most pain and problems. Doctor said surgery is not an option. I read on the internet that stomach surgery seems like a reasonable treatment to help with stomach cancer. 

He was in good health, aged 74 . Is there anything we can do to persuade doctors to consider surgery? 

 

Many thanks for any advice. 

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  • Hello Allyccc

    I'm sorry to hear that your father has recently been given this diagnosis. I'm sure it's been a difficult time for you all. 

    Treatment options depends on where the cancer is in the stomach, how big it is, whether it has spread anywhere else in the body and the patients general health. Your Dad's Consultant will be best placed to explani why they feel that surgery isn't an option for your Dad at this point. 

    If you'd like to talk to one of our nurses in the first instance you're welcome to give them a call. They're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator

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  • Hello Allyccc

    I'm sorry to hear that your father has recently been given this diagnosis. I'm sure it's been a difficult time for you all. 

    Treatment options depends on where the cancer is in the stomach, how big it is, whether it has spread anywhere else in the body and the patients general health. Your Dad's Consultant will be best placed to explani why they feel that surgery isn't an option for your Dad at this point. 

    If you'd like to talk to one of our nurses in the first instance you're welcome to give them a call. They're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator

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