Is it true that my dad has terminal cancer?
That’s quite rare and I am so sorry and hope you will forgive me. To hear that your father has cancer is bad enough but to also be told it’s terminal must have hit like a hammer blow. But Becca, if they can start him on chemotherapy, It may give you a lot longer with him.
How did my dad find out he had cancer?
He finally was given a sick note from work around 5 weeks ago. 4 weeks ago he went to the doctors for a blood test then recieved a phonecall to go into hospital for 24 hours as his kidneys were failing. 26 days later he is still there and we. Have just been told he has terminal cancer. A primary cancer? In the gi tract and spread to his stomach.
When did my dad die from prostate cancer?
My dad was diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer August 2015, and he underwent similar treatment to yours. He did not respond well to treatment and very sadly died in August this year.
How can you tell if someone has terminal cancer?
Body language can be telling even when someone is no longer able to verbally communicate pain. Nonverbal indications of pain include restlessness, grimacing, moaning and guarding a specific area of the body. Pain associated with terminal cancer may worsen or become harder to control near the end of life.
That’s quite rare and I am so sorry and hope you will forgive me. To hear that your father has cancer is bad enough but to also be told it’s terminal must have hit like a hammer blow. But Becca, if they can start him on chemotherapy, It may give you a lot longer with him.
He finally was given a sick note from work around 5 weeks ago. 4 weeks ago he went to the doctors for a blood test then recieved a phonecall to go into hospital for 24 hours as his kidneys were failing. 26 days later he is still there and we. Have just been told he has terminal cancer. A primary cancer? In the gi tract and spread to his stomach.
What are the nonverbal signs of terminal cancer?
Nonverbal indications of pain include restlessness, grimacing, moaning and guarding a specific area of the body. Pain associated with terminal cancer may worsen or become harder to control near the end of life.
How did my mother deal with her cancer?
Hopices’s are often better at dealing with pain relief. My mothers cancer was terminal but before we know that, she spent about a fortnight in a hospice and they were so good and got her pain under control so quickly. She came home for several months afterwards but unfortunately the cancer had spread to far.
How did I find out my dad had cancer?
My dad was dying long before we received the devastating news on a cold winter morning. After suffering a minor stroke, my father’s stage 4 cancer was discovered quite by accident while he had follow-up tests to prevent further strokes. As my father relayed the news to me, I gripped the phone and tried to comprehend what he was saying.
What should I do if my mother has terminal cancer?
For example, she may lose interest in food and fluids, with little intake for days. If this happens, don’t try to force her to eat or drink-near the end of life, some dehydration is normal, and is more comfortable for the dying person. However, her mouth will probably be dry, so you can offer ice chips from a spoon, or sips of water from a straw.
How is my dad coping with his cancer?
They will not do anything with the cancer until they controll the sickness. They say they might do chemotherapy but this will only be to prolong his life if they decide to do it. He has lost 5 stone since January, 1 of which was fluid they drained from his stomach. I can’t believe that only just before Christmas he was my normal dad.
Can you bear the thought of your dad dying?
I can’t bear the thought of my Dad in pain and deteriorating. I love him too much to let myself think about it for too long. He is also not coping with the news and is emotionally and psychologically all over the place.
For example, she may lose interest in food and fluids, with little intake for days. If this happens, don’t try to force her to eat or drink-near the end of life, some dehydration is normal, and is more comfortable for the dying person. However, her mouth will probably be dry, so you can offer ice chips from a spoon, or sips of water from a straw.
They will not do anything with the cancer until they controll the sickness. They say they might do chemotherapy but this will only be to prolong his life if they decide to do it. He has lost 5 stone since January, 1 of which was fluid they drained from his stomach. I can’t believe that only just before Christmas he was my normal dad.
I can’t bear the thought of my Dad in pain and deteriorating. I love him too much to let myself think about it for too long. He is also not coping with the news and is emotionally and psychologically all over the place.
What to say when your father in law is sick?
Religions all around the world have prayers for healing that you can say when your father or father-in-law is seriously ill. These prayers can offer the support you may need to get through difficult times. 1. “Patience in Sickness” from Christianity
When did my dad go to the doctors?
He couldn’t keep anything down. Then in February he finally went to the doctors (typical man) after weeks and weeks of tests and the doctors saying it was an infection and many others things and different drugs he was only getting worse.
How does the diagnosis of a terminal illness affect the family?
The diagnosis of a terminal illness or a potentially terminal illness creates a crisis for the family. It disrupts the family’s equilibrium, just as a rock thrown into the middle of a still pond disrupts its equilibrium. Factors that affect how you may react at this stage include:
How old is my dad who has terminal cancer?
He was a big man but has lost over10 stone in a few months, January to be exact. Our hearts are breaking watching him suffer but he appears to have no pain now his drugs have kicked in. Watching our 91 year old mum try to do things for him and is loving wife carol taken the brunt of his anger at times is just to much.
What should I do if my family member is terminally ill?
What your and the patient’s past (and current) roles in the family are. Anxiety is the most common initial reaction to the news that a family member is terminally ill. However, if your relationship with the terminal family member has been strained or alienated, you may also find yourself feeling guilty, resentful, or angry.
How does a terminally ill person live with death?
In its place has come a process that begins with a life-threatening diagnosis, proceeds through a period of treatment (or treatments), and ends eventually in death. This process means that both the terminally ill individual and the family are increasingly confronted with the need to “live with death” for a prolonged period of time.
What does it mean to have terminal cancer?
Terminal cancer refers to cancer that can no longer be cured with treatment. We’ll go over what this means for someone’s life expectancy and guide you on what to do after you or a loved one
Can a person with terminal cancer stop treatment?
Some with terminal cancer prefer to stop all treatments. This is often due to unwanted side effects. For example, some might find that the side effects of radiation or chemotherapy aren’t worth the potential increase in life expectancy. Others may choose to take part in experimental clinical trials.
How does terminal cancer affect a person’s life?
Generally, terminal cancer shortens someone’s life expectancy. But someone’s actual life expectancy depends on several factors, including: Doctors often rely on a mixture of clinical experience and intuition when determining someone’s life expectancy. But studies suggest that this estimate is usually incorrect and overly optimistic.
When did my dad get a sick note from work?
He finally was given a sick note from work around 5 weeks ago. 4 weeks ago he went to the doctors for a blood test then recieved a phonecall to go into hospital for 24 hours as his kidneys were failing. 26 days later he is still there and we. Have just been told he has terminal cancer. A primary cancer?
How old was my father when he died of cancer?
BTW, my doctor’s mother died of cancer; my own father was diagnosed with colon cancer at age 89. He was told surgery or die a terrible death with an obstructed colon. He chose surgery and lived for another 15 months.
What happens when you get a diagnosis of terminal cancer?
Receiving a diagnosis of terminal cancer can lead to an overwhelming sense of uncertainty. Again, this is completely normal. Consider tackling this uncertainty by jotting down a list of questions, both for your doctor and yourself. This will also help you better communicate with those close to you.