Lung cancer stage 3

My dad was diagnosed with stage 3 none small lung cancer.

Spread to him lymph nodes 

The cancer is on his right lung and has some enlarge lymph nodes in the middle of his chest he also has copd 

 

He has been coughing up fresh blood for about 7 weeks and a constant cough.

The bleeding does not seem to be stopping... He was on steroids and antibiotics but the course has finished 

We are just waiting for his marker results to see if he can have radio therapy..

Chemo all depends on his health..his on stage 2 needs to be on stage 3 or 4

 

He has stopped smoking

 

Has anyone else experienced this??? Is my dad getter worse? Docs said he could have 7 months or more...but he is struggling to breath sometimes and the coughing up blood is so worrying.

 

  • Hello Sammy12345

    I'm sorry to hear about your Dad's diagnosis and the problems that he's dealing with at the moment. It sounds like a difficult time for you made more so by the uncertainty about any treatment that may be suitable for him. Hopefully, you will have some news on this soon. 

    It's understandable that you're feeling worried about things and I wonder if you might find it beneficial to talk things through with one of our team of nurses. I'm sure they will be able to answer some of your questions and give you some information and support that would be helpful. If you would like to speak with them they're available Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator