Small Cell Lung Cancer Stage 3/4
Hi,
My 79 year old Dad was diagnosed with SCLC 3 weeks ago following a period with chest tightness, and pain when breathing deeply.
Up to then he was fit and active, so s huge shock to us all.
He had multiple scans, Ct, MRI, Bronchosopy and was discharged home a week ago to wait for Chemo appt, planned for this week.
About 4 or 5 days ago, his appetite became non existent, was suffering with pain, perisistent cough, wheezing, couldn't talk for more than a few minutes.
Yesterday, the pain was so bad we called the ambulance and he was readmitted.
After being on oral morphine yesterday, he is now on IV, and he's still struggling with the pain, no appetite, and worst of all we cant speak to him or visit him. Hoping for chest CT today, and they want to start chemo asap to try and help his symptoms..
I'm really struggling with the swiftness of this , and would love to hear from any of you going through, or who have gone through a similar experience.
Orlaith
Hi Orlaith,
I’m so sorry to read that your father was diagnosed with SCLC three weeks ago and became unwell shortly after, I can’t imagine how you must be feeling, I hope your dad has started to feel better since being admitted to hospital. It is normal to experience a wide range of emotions such as shock, anger, sadness, sorrow, denial, guilt and anxiety, now with visiting restrictions due to COVID 19 it is especially tough for people affected by cancer, it can be overwhelming at times. Please do call the Nurseline on 1800 200 700, we can have a chat about your dads situation and supports available to help.
Kind Regards,
Cancer Nurse