My mum - lung cancer spread to lymph nodes

My 84 year old mum has just been diagnosed with lung cancer and it has spread to her lymph nodes,we have to meet with the oncology department next week to discuss treatment,she's not in the best of health and I'm worried about her getting chemotherapy or radiotherapy 

  • Hello Nanny50

    I'm sorry to hear about your Mum's recent diagnosis. It's understandable that you're feeling worried about what the next steps may be for her. 

    You mention that you've an appointment with the Oncology team next week and I wonder if you'd find it helpful to have a chat with one of our nurses before that appointment. I'm sure that they would be able to giv eyou some advice and support and maybe help you think about the kind of questions you might like to raise at the oncology appointment. 
    If you'd like to chat to them they are available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Do let us know how she gets on next week. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator