Cancer worry (Dad)

My dads been told there he has a very strong possibility of both lung and liver cancer, it started off with a persistent cough he’s had for a few months...went to the doctor last month then was referred to an urgent CT scan, results came back showing both lung and liver affected, he then got a bronchoscope done a few days ago and we are getting the final results today we were told after the bronchoscope that they found one of his tubes to his lung was blocked and are extremely worried and will offer us as much support as could. All this has been over a few weeks so hard to take in.

Today is going to be extremely difficult, I don’t know what to expect being honest, what questions do I ask?I’m trying to remain positive but I feel it’s going to be too much as it’s only me and dad 

  • Hi Blondie67

    Welcome to the forum although I'm sosorry to read of the news that has led you here. 

    I hope that you see this reply before Dad's appointment today. Undoubtedly there will be a lot to take in at the appointment and it's easy for our mind to go blank when trying to remember everything that is being said. I know that one thing that quite a few members here have found helpful has been to take a notebook with them so that you can write information down. It is also worth asking if your Dad will have a specialist nurse that he/you can contact if you have any questions or queries in between appointments. If anything springs to mind during the consultation, don't be afraid to ask. 

    If you wanted to have a quick chat with one of our nurses ahead of the appointment today, then you could give them a call on 0808 800 4040 (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm). 

    Hopefully the appointment today will give you both answers to the many questions you have at the moment. 

    We'll be thinking of you both today. Do let us know how you get on when you have chance. 

    Best wishes
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator

  • He was diagnosed yesterday with Small Cell Lung Cancer, at stage 4 starting chemo later today