Breast cancer spread to organs

Hi 

i'm just after a bit of advice on what to expect if anyone can share their experiences with me, my aunties been diagnosed with breast cancer but its at stage 4 already and was straight away the Results have come back and she has it in both breasts both lungs her liver her kidneys spleen and spine, shes also got to have a brain scan to see if its there too, has anyone had experiences of this and knows what treatment she can have and how long people have lived with similar diagnosis, were staying positive shes made of strong stuff but i also want to be realistic too any advice would be appreciated TIA .

  • Hello Lcookie14

    I'm sorry to hear that your Aunty has been diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. Understandably it's a difficult time for you all. 

    It's difficult for us to say what treatment options may  be available to help manage the disease as it depends on so many different things. The team responsible for her care will be best placed to discuss what may be appropriate. I'd also say from reading many posts here on the forum over the years that keeping a positive mindset certainly helps in coping with things. 

    You might find it helpful to talk things through with one of our nurses. If you'd like to speak to them then they are available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn

    Cancer Chat moderator